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A member asked:

I've delayed my period with pills (mercilon) once about 6 months ago can i do it again this month? is it safe?

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Dr. Brian Nguyen answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Continuous Regimen: You can actually delay all of your periods if you would like by taking only the active pills (first 3 weeks) and skipping the placebo/period pills continuously. By doing this you won't get a period. You may have some occasional unpredictable spotting, but this is a safe and common practice!

Dr Klauber agreed

Answered 12/23/2013

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