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Had breakthrough bleeding on the pill 4 days before dummy pills. i took all pills correctly. is backup up bc needed? or am i still protected?
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Breakthrough bleed: Breakthrough bleeding (bleeding at the wrong time) is very common on birth control. It happens in about 1/3 of users. Its no big deal and usually self corrects over time. If you are not satisfied or it continues to happen then consider using a different birth control method. It is a common side effect and does not mean something is wrong or that the pill is not working.
Answered 2/25/2016
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