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I just started taking my birth control again. my period this month is lighter than usual and brownish and a little clotty. is this normal?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: One of the nice side effects of birth control is lighter, shorter periods.

Answered 9/28/2016

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