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Can your period be late after stopping the pill after only one month of use?

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: If you were having monthly cycles before taking the pill, it could take several months for your cycles to return to normal.

Dr Samuel agreed

Answered 3/31/2013

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