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I missed a bc pill and took two the next day, but now im spotting . when will it stop?
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Within a few days: Breakthrough bleeding which may occur if you do not take your oral contraceptive pills regularly is usually transient and frequently will subside within a few days.
Answered 8/16/2016
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