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I've been on the pill for years. i start my period on the 3rd day of placebo and it lasts 4-5 days. this time it was 24 hrs and very light. what gives?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
OK: Nothing that you are reporting is concerning. It is ok to have lighter, shorter periods on the pill, even though they were not so previously. However, if you are concerned about pregnancy, then do a pregnancy test
Answered 9/19/2016
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