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Can you always be sure its your period if it comes during the sugar pill days?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Thats the time : That is the appropriate time for your cycle to come if you are on birth control. It sounds like you are concerned you might be pregnant. If so symply check a pregnancy test.

Answered 4/25/2013

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A member asked:

Can you always be sure its your period if it comes during the sugar pill days?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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