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I am on bc and am starting a new pack tomorrow but have not had my normal period this mnth instead been having brown mucus discharge for last 2 days. ?

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Dr. Anthony Gingo answered

Pill: You can skip periods on the pill, have light spotting, or heavy flow. As long as you have been taking your pill regularly, start the new pack.

Answered 5/7/2016

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A member asked:

I am on bc and am starting a new pack tomorrow but have not had my normal period this mnth instead been having brown mucus discharge for last 2 days. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Anthony Gingo answered

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