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Why does my period keep coming a week or 2 early? (on birth contol for over 8 months) what should i do?
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See your doctor: You are having breakthrough bleeding and may need to be switched to another pill. Make sure you are taking the pill everyday at the same time of day.
Answered 12/14/2013
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Early menses on BC: You should report this to your doctor. Perhaps a different type of birth control pills or other would be better for you.
Answered 12/14/2013
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