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Took plan b 12hr after incident but it happened start of 2nd week of cycle, had period exactly a week later, lighter than usual, lasted 2.5day normal?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Normal: "incidents" should only happen if you are unprotected. If you are sexually active, use BC pills, see your GYN and ALWAYS use CONDOMS PLUS spermicidal jelly, foam, or vaginal inserts. Plan B can protect you, but it can cause bleeding and should not be used "Just for fun"

Answered 11/6/2015

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Took plan b 12hr after incident but it happened start of 2nd week of cycle, had period exactly a week later, lighter than usual, lasted 2.5day normal?

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