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I took plan b the day my last period was expected. i bled a week later. now, a month later, i'm 5 days late for my period. could plan b be the cause?

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Dr. Chevies Newman answered

No, the: Plan b will not alter your period a month later or throw off the next cycle. Check a pregnancy test if you haven't. If its late and not pregnant don't panic. You may consider the birth control pill though. Good luck.

Dr Higginbotham agreed

Answered 6/30/2014

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A member asked:

I took plan b the day my last period was expected. i bled a week later. now, a month later, i'm 5 days late for my period. could plan b be the cause?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Chevies Newman answered

Dr Higginbotham agreed

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