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My period is lasting longer than usual is it because i forgot my last pill, is this normal?

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Dr. Walter Futterweit answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Possible: That can happen. Variable in most women.

Answered 7/13/2014

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A member asked:

My period is lasting longer than usual is it because i forgot my last pill, is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Walter Futterweit answered

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