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B/c pills make your periods lighter? been on it 2 years got my period expected day very light only lasted 3 days never miss pills and he pulls out?

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Dr. Arun Patel answered

Quite natural : Most women will have lighter periods on Birth control pills. As long as you are faithful in taking your pills you are protected

Answered 3/22/2020

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A member asked:

B/c pills make your periods lighter? been on it 2 years got my period expected day very light only lasted 3 days never miss pills and he pulls out?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Arun Patel answered

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