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I've been break through bleeding for about 10 days and since i noticed ive been taking the pill at the same time everyday. why isn't it going away?

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BREAK THROUGH BLEEDI: Get a pregnancy test for starters. Once that is negative , go and see your doctor. You might need some extra support of progesterone . make sure that your cervical smears are normal. also i can't see your age . The causes of bleeding need to be seen in light of the patients age and risk factors.

Answered 1/10/2017

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Dr. Brad Douglas answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Depends : Check a pregnancy test. Could be a progesterone only pill or you might need a higher dose pill or something else going on

Answered 1/10/2017

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A member asked:

I've been break through bleeding for about 10 days and since i noticed ive been taking the pill at the same time everyday. why isn't it going away?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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