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On amethia bc for 3 months just hitting my blue pills. had lots of breakthrough bleeding. last night boyfriend ejaculated. do i need plan b?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Not needed: You are already taking birth control pills. Taking Plan B is not needed. Breakthrough bleeding is annoying but it does not mean that birth control is not working.

Dr Kuitems and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 1/1/2021

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