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Hi, I’m a healthy 28-year-old female, 17 months postpartum. I have very regular periods, but this period was different: I spotted for 2 days before, which never happens, and then saw light red discharge after my period ended. Is this concerning? I had a pelvic MRI in November for ovarian cysts (3 complex cysts, no growth) and a normal Pap smear 1 month ago. Should I be concerned about cancer or other issues?

October 28th, 2023

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