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A 24-year-old female asked:
Had my period the 2nd of november which was heavy dark red but now experiencing spots of bright red blood with dark clotting now.. is this normal? period isnt due yet. stopped birth control october 1st
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Dr. John Berrymananswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 56 years experience
Period abnormal ?'s: A "regular" period (timing and length) on the 2nd of November and now (November 20-21) "bright red spotting with dark clotting" may indicate a possible pregnancy. There are other causes of bleeding, so see your gyn for an evaluation and further testing. Obtain a serum HCG if pregnancy is possible.
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