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Been on birth control for a year. my periods usually last 7 days on the pill counting brown discharge. this time it only lasted 4-5 days. normal?

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Dr. Jane Van Dis answered

Yes: Actually, 4-5 is typically more normal length when women are on the pill. Our bleeding does change as we age, though, that could be the cause as well.

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

Been on birth control for a year. my periods usually last 7 days on the pill counting brown discharge. this time it only lasted 4-5 days. normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jane Van Dis answered

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