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I've been spotting for 3 days & then started a heavy flow with clotting & terrible cramps.is this normal?

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Dr. Thiri Oo answered

See your OB/GYN: I am not sure whether you can be pregnant, so see your doctor to make sure it is not something serious.

Answered 5/6/2013

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A member asked:

I've been spotting for 3 days & then started a heavy flow with clotting & terrible cramps.is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Thiri Oo answered

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