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First period since giving birth back in december. it's orange in color. been checked for infection and came back normal. why is it orange?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Can't say: But the color of menstrual blood is rarely of any clinical significance. Take care.

Answered 5/26/2017

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A member asked:

First period since giving birth back in december. it's orange in color. been checked for infection and came back normal. why is it orange?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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