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I was told to start my pill on the first day of my period, i started on the 31st of january and i haven't yet come off my period, is this normal?

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Dr. Albert Pizzo answered

Prolonged period: This is not normal, and you should report this to the doctor who prescribed your birth control pills, as a change may be necessary.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 2/14/2014

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A member asked:

I was told to start my pill on the first day of my period, i started on the 31st of january and i haven't yet come off my period, is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Albert Pizzo answered

Dr Parvez agreed

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