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Is it normal for a woman who has just started on the injection contraceptive to have period pains and brown substance coming out of her vagina?

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: The most common side effect with the b/c shot is irregular and unpredictable bleeding. A brownish discharge is consistent with old blood due to the shot.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

Is it normal for a woman who has just started on the injection contraceptive to have period pains and brown substance coming out of her vagina?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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