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I haven't missed taking any ocp in the last two years. just today, i saw i had some bleeding (it is more like a spotting). what does it mean?

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Dr. Parul Krishnamurthy answered

Specializes in Obstetrics & Gynecology

Observe: Can happen, monitor, if worsens or continues, check with your GYN

Answered 1/16/2017

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A member asked:

I haven't missed taking any ocp in the last two years. just today, i saw i had some bleeding (it is more like a spotting). what does it mean?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Parul Krishnamurthy answered

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