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I took plan b contraceptive and started bleeding a week after. i wasn't supposed to get my period then. i've been bleeding for 12 days. is it normal?

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Dr. Lori Mcneal answered

Plan B: Plan B disrupts the lining of the uterus so bleeding is a result of the medicine. As bleeding has been on for twelve days, I would recommend calling your doctor.

Answered 9/5/2014

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A member asked:

I took plan b contraceptive and started bleeding a week after. i wasn't supposed to get my period then. i've been bleeding for 12 days. is it normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lori Mcneal answered

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