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A member asked:

I finished 2nd day of placebo pills, i'm on my first month of birth control. my period is a very dark brown and light red? is this normal?

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Dr. Richard Wallner answered

Likely yes...: ...Your period will be much lighter on pills.. See your doctor if you are concerned.

Answered 2/23/2014

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