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A member asked:
I started birth contorl and i missed 3 pills , i decided to restart on august 5. i had my period 2 days later i have brown/red discharge.
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
What's your question: When you take birth control pills your regular cycle gets regulated. When you don't take them and then retake them, as you can imagine, that regulation gets all messed up. Once your period ends, start with a new pack and you should be good to go. If you've been sexually active or have concerns you are pregnant or have an infection see your gynecologist.
Answered 4/21/2016
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Pregnancy test: I think you should continue this cycle and although it is unlikely do a pregnancy test. If your next period does not come repeat the test and call your ob
Answered 8/23/2014
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