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How log does it take for menstrual cycle to become regular again after taking progestin-only pill for years? over 7 cycles mine ranges 22-31 days!

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Hard to say : Alliow at least 3 months. Hope that helps.

Answered 3/31/2015

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I'm on jolivette - a progestin only pill and it's been a year since my last period- no chance of pregnancy. Is that healthy/ok?

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