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What Causes Dark Brown Spotting While Using Birth Control Pills?

Hi, I have been on the birth control tri-sprintec for months. Recently, my last period did not want to start at all, it was several days late and only lasted about 2 days until i started my new pack of pills. I am now into my second week of this new pack and dark red/brown spotting is occuring. I have never had this happen before and I've been using birth control for 3 years. What is happening? I am 21, 145 pounds, no major medical issues, although I am on an extremely low dose of doxycyclen for acne.
Thu, 30 Apr 2020
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Hello,

Slight menstrual irregularities and abnormal bleeding are quite common while on contraceptive pills, nothing much to worry and it will settle by itself. If symptoms persist better to consult a gynecologist and get evaluated.

Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Dark Brown Spotting While Using Birth Control Pills?

Hello, Slight menstrual irregularities and abnormal bleeding are quite common while on contraceptive pills, nothing much to worry and it will settle by itself. If symptoms persist better to consult a gynecologist and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician