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I have been on the pill for 3 and a half years. usually my period lasts 3 days. this month it only lasted 2 with very light spotting. is this normal?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Sure: Some people have very light short periods when taking birth control. This is one of the nice side effects of birth control pills

Answered 9/4/2016

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A member asked:

I have been on the pill for 3 and a half years. usually my period lasts 3 days. this month it only lasted 2 with very light spotting. is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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