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I stopped my birth controll pils 5 days ago. i had period cramps, but they left with no period. just 3 thick black tar like clots. what should i do?
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Give it time: Stopping the BC pills will cause changes in your body's hormone balance that will take time to regulate. You may have irregular bleeding including clots off and on for a while. If the irregularity persists after 3 months you should consult your OB/GYN
Answered 6/15/2014
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