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On camrese. now on the week before the placebo pills & already have started my period, or at least spotting. is this regular?!

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Dr. Matthew Wilson answered

Common: Mid cycle spotting while on combined oral hormonal contraceptives is a common side effect. Women who are overweight are particularly susceptible to this side effect. It might go away, or you can be put on a little higher dose of estrogen. Check a pregnancy test, too, though.

Answered 4/14/2013

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A member asked:

On camrese. now on the week before the placebo pills & already have started my period, or at least spotting. is this regular?!

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Matthew Wilson answered

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