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First time using bc but was told to wait until i get my period to start. i want to start tomorrow but still haven't gotten period. what will happen?

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Dr. Malina Milan answered

Nothing: It will just reset your cycle and you may have some irregular bleeding. Make sure to use condoms the first month that you are on the pill. Sometimes you want to wait until your period comes to make sure you are not pregnant when starting the pill. Take care!

Answered 5/10/2014

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A member asked:

First time using bc but was told to wait until i get my period to start. i want to start tomorrow but still haven't gotten period. what will happen?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Malina Milan answered

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