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A 30-year-old female asked:

I thought i started my period two days ago but its not a lot and its very brown what could it be?

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Dr. Alan Patterson
Dr. Alan Pattersonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 44 years experience
Most likely some old: Blood , but you need a blood preg test to r/o pregnancy and assuming -, i would do a pelvic ultrasound and other blood work if necessary.
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A 17-year-old female asked:

I' started my period two days ago and it's been light and dark brown. Why?

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Dr. William Boelter
Dr. William Boelteranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 50 years experience
Because: Because not all periods are the same. Hormone differences, activity, change in normal routine can be the cause. Very, very common complaint. Don't worry!
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