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Took ec in may, decided to go back on the pill. it's my 2nd month on the pill. i had brown discharge during last week of active pills. is this normal?
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Depends: Old blood can often look brown. Spotting can occur 2nd hormonal changes, infection, medical conditions, pregnancy, growths. If continues or gets worse follow up with doctor for exam and testing
Answered 1/4/2021
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