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My cycle started on the 1st of the month and on the 11th and 12th i had spotting (which was a first) and mild to severe pain in my lower abdomen could i be pregnant or could it be a more serious condition?

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Dr. John Berryman answered

Spotting: Spotting at essentially mid cycle can be normal, but abdominal pain can indicate an ovarian cyst or an infection. See your gyn provider for an exam and testing.

Answered 3/20/2018

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A member asked:

My cycle started on the 1st of the month and on the 11th and 12th i had spotting (which was a first) and mild to severe pain in my lower abdomen could i be pregnant or could it be a more serious condition?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Berryman answered

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