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I'm on the pill to regulate my period. not sexually active. period starts after 3-4 days after taking the 21st pill.. is this normal?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: That is exactly how the birth control pills should work.

Answered 2/23/2015

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A member asked:

I'm on the pill to regulate my period. not sexually active. period starts after 3-4 days after taking the 21st pill.. is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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