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Taken pill continuously for 6 weeks under instructions from gp. have bled for 20 days out of 34 whilst on the pill. why am i bleeding so much?

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Dr. Brad Douglas answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Too much hormone: You need to stop the pill and allow your period to come fully. If you have more questions - please ask.

Answered 2/28/2014

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