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I took birth control for a week then quit for a week now starting again. will be period be later than usual now?
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Difficult to predict: Birth control pills are used to "trick" your body into thinking that it's pregnant. Therefore, it won't ovulate. However, for this to happen, you need to take your pills consistently as directed. The important question isn't when your period will occur but rather whether you want to get pregnant or not. If the answer is no, not pregnant, plan to take pills regularly. Otherwise, no need for pills.
Answered 8/10/2013
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