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What to do if no spotting when skipping inactive pills am i pregnant?
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No: by just going from active pills to active pills you prevent menstruation although occasionally spotting may occur. If you stop, you will bring on your menses but you will still be considered to have birth-control for seven days, when you normally would start your next pack.
Answered 8/1/2015
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