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Second time in a month of getting my periods, this second time is dark brown blood and my pad is full like a period. i have anemia should i be worry?

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Dr. John Berryman answered

Abnormal bleeding: See your gyn provider for an exam and testing. This kind of bleeding may be due to correctable causes. Anemia will result from extended bleeding, but is easily treated.

Answered 5/31/2018

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A member asked:

Second time in a month of getting my periods, this second time is dark brown blood and my pad is full like a period. i have anemia should i be worry?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Berryman answered

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