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Period this month is very light and with brown discharge instead of red, i had no menstrual cramps which i always get pretty bad , could i be pregnant?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Check a test : If you think you might be pregnant check then check a home pregnancy test. They are cheap, reliable and available at any pharmacy. The brown is likely just left over blood sitting at the back of the vagina.

Answered 12/10/2013

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