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It has been 5 days since my period ended but two days ago i started having dark red/brown discharge with thin, stringy blood clot type things. help?

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Dr. Jalal Zuberi answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Normal variation: Secondary bleeding after menstruation is not uncommon. If possible, i.e sexually active, pregnancy should be ruled out with simple urine test. If symptoms persist beyond mor ethan 1-2 cycles, pl check with your OB for an evaluation. Feel better

Answered 1/31/2016

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