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How long does your period last on nor qd (norethindrone) mini pill?

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Varies: Some women will not have periods at all, some will have intermittent bleeding and/or spotting, and some will have almost constant spotting with any Progesterone only birth control such as nor qd (norethindrone)..

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Answered 11/27/2017

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