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Nexplanon removed almost 2 months ago now on minastrin 24 fe 1mg/20mcg and spotting alot... is that normal?

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: It is common to experience spotting or bleeding for several cycles after starting an oral contraceptive. Keep taking you pills as prescribed and the cycles will usually become very regular within a few months.

Answered 1/24/2015

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