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A member asked:
I have been bleeding for 3 weeks now its not heavy or like a normal period could it be the birth control in my arm?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Yes: Yes, it may be, particularly if it has been put in recently(up to 6 mods ago). If it continues for more than a month, see your doctor
Answered 1/2/2017
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