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Could i be pregnant? spotting light brown about a week before period is due. skipped period last month by starting new pack. did miss 2 or so pills.

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Dr. Liza Kunz answered

Take a test!: If your cycle was irregular this month and you are sexually active take a pregnancy test and see. This might be the first sign!

Answered 12/9/2013

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A member asked:

Could i be pregnant? spotting light brown about a week before period is due. skipped period last month by starting new pack. did miss 2 or so pills.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Liza Kunz answered

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