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Having brown-red discharge from my vagina for the last 5 or so days. haven't had sex but got period 2 weeks ago..could it b from missin pill or? help!

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Missing pills: If you are forgetting to take your birth control pills then this will trigger irregular bleeding. If this is a recurring problem for you consider a different birth control method. Skyla IUD is a great option for teenagers.

Answered 11/28/2014

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A member asked:

Having brown-red discharge from my vagina for the last 5 or so days. haven't had sex but got period 2 weeks ago..could it b from missin pill or? help!

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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