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A member asked:

I take cryselle.i had sex 5 days ago and i'm bleeding heavily still and i'm supposed to get my period this week, should i keep taking my medicine?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

YES: Proceed directly into your next pack and don't stop taking medicines. Call your GYN for a pelvic exam and testing.

Dr Anissian and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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