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I'm bleeding a small amount of really dark, almost black blood. no clots though. it started yesterday. i haven't really noticed a bad smell either?

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Dr. James Rochester answered

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No worries: What you are describing can be very normal sometimes. It's a little bit of breakthrough bleeding. As long as you're not having pain, foul smell or fever then continue to monitor. If any of the above symptoms start, see your doctor. Hope this was helpful.

Answered 4/26/2016

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A member asked:

I'm bleeding a small amount of really dark, almost black blood. no clots though. it started yesterday. i haven't really noticed a bad smell either?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Rochester answered

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