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On 12dpo, , brown/pink spotting for 3 days. period due 11dpo as 10 day luteal phase. proper period not started yet. anything to be worried about?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Sounds ok: If your period is due 11 days post ovulation and you had brown and pink spotting (blood) then it sounds like your period is right on time. If you are thinking that you might be pregnant then check a pregnancy test.

Dr Brouwer agreed

Answered 6/6/2013

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