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Posted on: 10/24/2007
Question
I had protected sex with my boyfriend about 3 weeks ago. It was the first time in awhile since being away at college. I have notice for about a week now that I have some reddish/brown discharge, its kinda thick and sticky. Im due for my period in the next few days. I am also not on birth control.
Answer
You can wait and see if it is just your period starting, or you can go be screened for sexually transmitted infection at your college health center or nearest Planned Parenthood. Good luck!