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I took the plan b pill a few days before my period should have come and now it has not happened, is there any reason for this?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Typical with Plan B: Plan b essentially disrupts the normal menstrual cycle by blocking or delaying ovulation. That it is how it works and why it is so different than a medical abortion. Irregular bleeding after taking Plan B is not rare. Always check a pregnancy test after using Plan B and see a doctor to start a better form of birth control.

Answered 6/30/2014

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I took the plan b pill a few days before my period should have come and now it has not happened, is there any reason for this?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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