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Skipping period on bc pill. 5 days into new pack had brown discharge. now 8 days in having light bleeding, only on toilet paper. is this normal?

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Dr. Michael Hulse answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Common.: It is very common to have break through bleeding when taking continuous birth control pills. The problem may resolve on its own. Sometimes a low dose estrogen is added for a short time to stop the bleeding. Hope this helps.

Dr Livingston agreed

Answered 5/12/2016

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A member asked:

Skipping period on bc pill. 5 days into new pack had brown discharge. now 8 days in having light bleeding, only on toilet paper. is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Hulse answered

Dr Livingston agreed

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