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I skipped the last three pills in a otc pill pack. my period has come early, as one would expected. t it is dark brown with some red spotting. normal?

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Dr. Creighton Likes answered

Specializes in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility

Normal: Most likely everything is normal. As long as you didn't miss any pills during the pack the chance of pregnancy is very low.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 10/3/2015

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A member asked:

I skipped the last three pills in a otc pill pack. my period has come early, as one would expected. t it is dark brown with some red spotting. normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Creighton Likes answered

Dr Ali agreed

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