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Are there any ways to skip a period while you're on the pill?

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Dr. Daniel Szekely answered

Yes: If the lining of the womb gets very thin, which it sometimes does after years on the pill, there might be nothing to shed, so a 'missed period'. The protection from pregnancy is still in effect.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 7/10/2015

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A member asked:

Are there any ways to skip a period while you're on the pill?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Daniel Szekely answered

Dr Ali agreed

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