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A member asked:

Missed 1 pill three days into a week long breakthrough bleed (btb) during my third week of active pills (btb occurs monthly) is protection compromised?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes for sure: If you miss three pills then you are not protected and should use condoms or avoid intercourse until the next pack. Since breakthrough bleeding and forgetting pills is a problem consider switching to a more reliable option such as an IUD or Nexplanon

Dr Ali and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 11/5/2015

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