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I've been taking only active pills for a year but i still have heavy period and cramp this past a few months. cycle never get regulated. why?

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Dr. Diane Minich answered

See GYN: They may need to check you and possibly change your BCP. Taking only the active pills has no effect on regulating your periods.

Answered 12/2/2014

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A member asked:

I've been taking only active pills for a year but i still have heavy period and cramp this past a few months. cycle never get regulated. why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Diane Minich answered

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