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Expert: - 4/4/2010


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I have been taking microgynon for almost two years, and up untill now my periods have come everytime whilst on my 7 day break. However for the past two 'breaks' my periods have become very light, not bloody, but like brown smudges,

I am concerned as to what this means/is it normal? i have read on the internet that it is common for periods to diminish after prolonged use of the pill

Thankyou

Answer
You should probably go to your doctor and get a checkup. The hormones in the birth control pills can affect your normal cycle or periods. I usually recommend non-hormonal birth control methods if possible. Do you need to be on birth control at all? Let me know how I can help you.
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I can answer questions about the various methods of birth control. I can answer questions like "What would be the best method of birth control for me?" and other problems and concerns. I have researched side effects and risks of various methods of birth control. I have almost 23 years of experience working with various pregnancy resource centers. Please contact me at CHERYL51@aol.com if you would like to know more information about your situation or if I am "Maxed OUT".

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I have almost 23 years of experience in counseling women about birth control and family planning.

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I have worked with Pregnancy Resource Centers for almost 23 years.

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