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I took my last birth control pill on 5 days ago & had my wisdom tooth removed same day. i had a little bit of spotting yesterday, but not today - why?

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Dr. Timothy Raichle answered

Might be normal: Some women can have very light periods when on the birth control pill. I would not associate this with the dental procedure. I would take a pregnancy test. If the pregnancy test is negative, i would consider this normal and start your next pill pack at your usual time.

Dr Malerman and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/31/2019

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A member asked:

I took my last birth control pill on 5 days ago & had my wisdom tooth removed same day. i had a little bit of spotting yesterday, but not today - why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Timothy Raichle answered

Dr Malerman and another doctor agreed

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