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I had unprotected sex yesterday, 4 days before my period. that afternoon i had heavy red flow, today it was reddish brown and got lighter. help!

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Hard to know: Without an exam would only be guessing. If this gets worse or continues would see a gynecologist and get examined.

Answered 3/5/2013

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