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I just started taking birth control and now two weeks into it, i'm bleeding like i'm having a period again. is this normal or do i need to see a doc?
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Can Happen: It is not uncommon to have irregular bleeding the first few months after you have started birth control pills. Unless it is very heavy, I would suggest giving it some time. Continue to take them as prescribed.
Answered 6/19/2016
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Not normal.: Call your doctor , you may need different pill with different dosages of hormones.
Answered 9/18/2014
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