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After childbirth, i had my menstruation and that day i started taking birthcontrol pills. however, the bleeding only lasted for a day, is that normal?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Sure: Light periods are one of the benefits of taking birth control.

Answered 9/29/2016

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A member asked:

After childbirth, i had my menstruation and that day i started taking birthcontrol pills. however, the bleeding only lasted for a day, is that normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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