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I started junel 1-20 on the first day of period, 8 days ago. i am now on week 2. i've spotted for 8 days and it increased alot. is it a side effect?

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Dr. Derek Haas answered

Yes: Yes, irregular bleeding is the #1 complaint when starting birth control pills (BCPs). It can take 2-3 months for your body to adjust to this combination of hormones. In addition, you are using a low estrogen BCP which has even more spotting associated with it. If it continues to be a problem, then try switching to a higher estrogen BCP. The more estrogen in the pill, the less bleeding.

Answered 3/22/2020

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A member asked:

I started junel 1-20 on the first day of period, 8 days ago. i am now on week 2. i've spotted for 8 days and it increased alot. is it a side effect?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Derek Haas answered

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