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Hi, i am on the all progestron pill and i havent had a period in almost a year and now there is brown blood, is this normal?

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Dr. Michael Hulse answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Common. : Yes, it is very common to have breakthrough bleeding when taking a progesterone only pills. Sometimes you could add back a small amount of estrogen for a short time to resolve this problem if it persists. Hope this helps.

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Answered 11/27/2017

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A member asked:

Hi, i am on the all progestron pill and i havent had a period in almost a year and now there is brown blood, is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Hulse answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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