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There is brownish red blood period while on the pill. should i be worried?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

The color isn't of: Significance. Spotting can occur on oral contraceptives.

Dr Pappas agreed

Answered 12/14/2013

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