Welcome to EmpowHER. I am glad you reached out to us with your concern.
Yes, it is normal to have spotting or light vaginal bleeding, referred to as breakthrough bleeding.
This is not your period but bleeding between periods and is caused by taking an emergency contraceptive.
Some women will experience menstrual cycle changes as a side effect of the pill. This can present as your next period starting earlier or later than expected. Usually, this is not by more than five days. Menstrual flow can be lighter or heavier than normal. Such changes should only affect the next menstrual cycle.
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Hello Anonymous,
Welcome to EmpowHER. I am glad you reached out to us with your concern.
Yes, it is normal to have spotting or light vaginal bleeding, referred to as breakthrough bleeding.
This is not your period but bleeding between periods and is caused by taking an emergency contraceptive.
Some women will experience menstrual cycle changes as a side effect of the pill. This can present as your next period starting earlier or later than expected. Usually, this is not by more than five days. Menstrual flow can be lighter or heavier than normal. Such changes should only affect the next menstrual cycle.
Hope this helps,
March 2, 2016 - 9:30amMaryann
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