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I started my birth control about 3 weeks ago, which is a mini pill. today i am experiencing period cramps and brown discharge?

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Post Partum?: This mini pill (progesterone only) is usually used for breast feeding mothers. So if post partum, then irreg bleeding for up to 6 months is common. And, either way, always give any pill 3 cycles to see how it will regulate your cycles wishing you well

Answered 5/9/2015

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