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Hi doc, how do i know if its a period or miscarriage?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Pregnancy test: The first step is to check a pregnancy test. If it is negative then this is not a miscarriage. If it is positive and you are bleeding then prompt evaluation is warranted.

Answered 6/26/2015

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