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I have a brownish discharge plus cramps, haven't had my period, have birth control (depo shot). why? and have sex?

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Dr. Christopher Smith answered

D/C and pelvic pain: Brownish discharge could be a sign of an infection---especially if you are having pain you need to see your GYN doctor soon for an evaluation

Answered 9/29/2016

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A member asked:

I have a brownish discharge plus cramps, haven't had my period, have birth control (depo shot). why? and have sex?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Christopher Smith answered

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