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Ive been on the birth control patch for almost 6 months now. ive been spotting a week early from when my period is due. is this normal?

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Dr. Ralph Boling answered

Can be a normal: variation at first, as this keeps happening, let your doctor know, as well be sure to change patches on schedule if possible.

Answered 4/20/2020

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A member asked:

Ive been on the birth control patch for almost 6 months now. ive been spotting a week early from when my period is due. is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ralph Boling answered

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