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I have black period blood at beginning of cycle with clots in it have had problems with cysts before and two removed could it be another cyst causing?

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Dr. Rahil Malik answered

Unlikely: dark blood signifies old blood while fresh blood appears more red. As long as the bleeding is not heavy, its ok. The color shouldnt be an issue.

Answered 6/16/2018

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I have black period blood at beginning of cycle with clots in it have had problems with cysts before and two removed could it be another cyst causing?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rahil Malik answered

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