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I have been on implanon for almost a complete year and i have been having a dark brownish red discharge almost the whole time. its interfering with my sex life. is it normal? does it ever stop?

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Dr. Carla Enriquez answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Should have : The discharge should have stopped by now. Check with your gyn to see if another oral contraceptive, iud, or cervical ring would be right for you.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 9/25/2012

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