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Had sex on 11/8 while on my period the condom broke and took plan b on 11/10. got my period on 12/4 but it's shorter & lighter then usual. normal?

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Absolutely.: You have taken essentially a hormone pill and it can change the flow such as lighter, shorter, longer or spotting . Take care.

Answered 12/7/2014

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