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Ive been on bc for 8 months, this month i missed 2 pills in a week but not in a row, im now experiencing brown dishcarge how long will it last?

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Probably a few days: Likely not long but you could get a full period too. Just know you are NOT covered for protection for a week or so do use extra protection!

Dr Robinson agreed

Answered 2/1/2015

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