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I took an emergency contraceptive two weeks ago and my period came a few days early but i had light dark brown blood or almost black. today and yesterday i've experienced mostly red but my period is very light. i am also feeling lots of discomfort like i

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Post Plan B: irregular bleeding sometimes associated with cramping is quite common. Consult your GYN.

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Answered 5/1/2015

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A member asked:

I took an emergency contraceptive two weeks ago and my period came a few days early but i had light dark brown blood or almost black. today and yesterday i've experienced mostly red but my period is very light. i am also feeling lots of discomfort like i

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Ali agreed

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