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I have been on birth control for a yr i have normal periods my last period was 1/25-1/28 had sex on 2/2 & on 2/7 i spotted for 2 days what could it b?

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Dr. Paula Hillard answered

Many things: Birth control pills aren't perfect, especially if you've take them late or missed pills, but other things can cause spotting-- polyps, fibroids, pregnancy, studs, etc. See your doctor to be sure.

Answered 12/10/2013

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A member asked:

I have been on birth control for a yr i have normal periods my last period was 1/25-1/28 had sex on 2/2 & on 2/7 i spotted for 2 days what could it b?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Paula Hillard answered

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