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A member asked:

Is it normal to have bright red periods six months after an abortion?before the abortion it used to be a brown-reddish colour?

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Dr. Neil Brickman answered

Yes: Usually after women are pregnant, their periods get a little heavier.

Answered 4/23/2013

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