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A member asked:

I have a constant dark brown discharge during and after my cycle? i haven't had sex in three months but i masturbate offended could that be it?

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No.: Masturbation is normal and won't affect the amount or color of menstruation.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 10/3/2013

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

The brown discharge: Is likely old, deoxygenated blood.

Answered 10/3/2013

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