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A member asked:

I haven't had my period in 2 years because im on implanon all of a sudden i am bleeding. why? is this bad? i am scared i could be pregnant.

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Dr. J. Richard Shih answered

Sudden bleeding: Even with uterus removed, it is possible to have spot bleeding.

Answered 3/2/2013

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