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Early period while on the pill. it's been 2 weeks. been a light flow. started a dark brown color, now bright red and foul smelling. why?
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Breakthrough bleed: Breakthrough bleeding (bleeding at the wrong time) is very common on birth control. It happens in 1/3 of users. Its no big deal and usually self corrects over time. If you are not satisfied or it continues to happen then consider using a different birth control method. It is a common side effect and does not mean something is wrong or that the pill is not working. The odor requires testing.
Answered 5/5/2014
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