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I tried to skip my period using the pill but it came anyway it has been 8 days and i'm still bleeding. should i continue my remaining active pills?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Actually: if you have been bleeding more than seven days would recommend consulting with your physician/ Gynecologist.

Dr Singh and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/10/2017

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A member asked:

I tried to skip my period using the pill but it came anyway it has been 8 days and i'm still bleeding. should i continue my remaining active pills?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Singh and 2 doctors agreed

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