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Spotting (scanty bleeding) came on the exact time of expected withdrawal bleed. negative pregnancy test 18 days after sex. is this normal? (i'm on bc)
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Breakthrough bleed: is possible; however, if having severe bleeding get checked and if you miss a complete cycle- get a pelvic exam. Worth rechecking pregnacy blood test if no cycle next month.
Answered 8/27/2014
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Yes: Any bleeding at all during the inactive portion of an oral contraceptive cycle is considered normal. One benefit of the pill is that the periods are usually lighter.
Answered 8/27/2014
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