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Abnormally light period, dark red/brown, unusually foul smelling. tubes tied, one partner for last 6 years. normal flow is very heavy. help?

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Dr. Tracie Leonhardt answered

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See GYN: You should see your doctor for vaginal cultures. You could still have an infection. Not all vaginal infections are sexually transmitted. Foul odors usually represent and infectious process.

Answered 11/13/2016

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A member asked:

Abnormally light period, dark red/brown, unusually foul smelling. tubes tied, one partner for last 6 years. normal flow is very heavy. help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tracie Leonhardt answered

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