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Tried to skip my period by starting a new pack, but now i'm spotting. have only taken the active pills so what should i do?

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Dr. Timothy Durkee answered

Continue: Monitor for signs of pregnancy and continue to take your pills at the same time daily.

Dr Samuel agreed

Answered 4/2/2013

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