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Had a baby 16mths ago then had implanon put in 6wks later. no periods until today & only a spot or two of brown blood. why now & is that likely it?

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Dr. Milroy Samuel answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: Any Progesterone based device can cause abnormal bleeding that can be unpredictable.

Answered 6/30/2014

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A member asked:

Had a baby 16mths ago then had implanon put in 6wks later. no periods until today & only a spot or two of brown blood. why now & is that likely it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Milroy Samuel answered

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