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My last period was oct 16 i had sex nov 5. before my period was supposed to start i got a brownish spotting in my panties. when should i take a hpt?

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Dr. Jumnah Thanapathy answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

11/17: If you have 28 day cycles it is unlikely you are pregnant, however, never say never. So take it on 11/17 if you do not get your period by then.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/4/2014

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