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Extended cycle of bc pill reclipsen,3rd week of 2nd pack.had some brown discharge last night & this morning.been on pill 5 years.normal? implantation?

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Dr. Parul Krishnamurthy answered

Specializes in Obstetrics & Gynecology

Can happen: Some breakthrough bleeding whilst on the contraceptive pill is not uncommon, especially when you are using the extended cycle. If you are concerned about pregnancy do a home pregnancy test

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/11/2017

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