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I missed my birth control for a couple of days and had another period that month. is that a concern and what does brown discharge after a period mean?

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Dr. Kenneth Crabb answered

Should see gyn: A slight amount of vaginal bleeding commonly occurs when a woman misses 1 or more days of bcp. She needs to make up the pills and also use foam and condoms to prevent pregnancy for the next couple weeks. Spotting after menses can represent a serious problem, please see your gynecologist.

Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

I missed my birth control for a couple of days and had another period that month. is that a concern and what does brown discharge after a period mean?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kenneth Crabb answered

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