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A member asked:

Should my period really be light and short after taking plan b?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Period or spotting?: If you have spotting instead of a period - it is recommended that you seek medical attention..

Dr Kuhnley agreed

Answered 12/10/2013

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