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My period is not due for a few weeks and suddenly am starting to have what seems like brown thick mildly thick discharge. i have never spotted before.

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Dr. Yvette Westford answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Mid cycle spotting: Occasional mid cycle spotting is not an uncommon phenomenon. If it recurs and bothers you, talk to your doctor.

Answered 10/18/2015

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A member asked:

My period is not due for a few weeks and suddenly am starting to have what seems like brown thick mildly thick discharge. i have never spotted before.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Yvette Westford answered

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