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I took plan b and a week later i bleed for 3 days it wasnttoheavybut heavy enough to go through multiple tampons a day. was that my period?

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Dr. Randy Baker answered

Specializes in Holistic Medicine

Yes: This was almost certainly your period and a sign that you are not pregnant, but it might be wise to take a home pregnancy test to be absolutely sure you are not pregnant.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 3/12/2015

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A member asked:

I took plan b and a week later i bleed for 3 days it wasnttoheavybut heavy enough to go through multiple tampons a day. was that my period?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Randy Baker answered

Dr Ali agreed

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