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A female asked:
I'm on birth control but missed one pill, took map after unprotected sex, 2 weeks later and little bit of brown discharge, is this normal?
1 doctor answer • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Walter Evans IIanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 44 years experience
Spotting is normal: The morning after pill can make some spotting. Please check a home pregnancy test 14-16 days after the unprotected intercourse.
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