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Took only 3/4 pill free days. withdrawal bleed didn't show, started new pack, took 4 pills, stopped for 4 days, got an unusually light bleed. cause ?

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Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Vaginal bleeding: The bleeding you had likely was withdrawal bleeding because you stopped the pill for 4 days . But would check HCG .

Answered 2/27/2019

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Breakthrough bleed: Breakthrough bleeding (bleeding at the wrong time) is very common on birth control. It happens in about 1/3 of users. Its no big deal and usually self corrects over time. If you are not satisfied or it continues to happen then consider using a different birth control method. It is a common side effect and does not mean something is wrong or that the pill is not working.

Answered 2/26/2019

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