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Brown spotting and some dull red during placebo pills, pms symptoms, no full period. been on bc pill for while. did miss one pill?

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Dr. Tonya Fordham answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Question?: This can occur if not taking pills routinely. I hope this helps and you are well.

Dr Fried agreed

Answered 4/28/2015

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