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My period is starting today. it isn't flowing yet. i can only see a little pink. today is my birthday, is there anthing i can do to delay it a little?

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Dr. Susan Rhoads answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Too late: It is too late to delay it this time. Some forms of birth control pills can be used for this. See your doc and discuss choices.

Answered 4/19/2015

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A member asked:

My period is starting today. it isn't flowing yet. i can only see a little pink. today is my birthday, is there anthing i can do to delay it a little?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Susan Rhoads answered

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