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Out of the two years that i've been on birth control i have never spotted. i woke up this morning spotting. is this normal?
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Oral contraceptices: Spottin can be normal while taking ocp. Always suspect pregnancy if missed a pill. Some patients after taking ocp for many years can develop those symptoms.
Answered 9/29/2016
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