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I was on bc pills for my ovarian cyst. i missed 2 pills (day 10&11).i started to bleed for 6 days.i stopped the pills. when should i begin a new pack?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Today : Skipping pills triggers bleeding. Just restart today.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/11/2023

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A member asked:

I was on bc pills for my ovarian cyst. i missed 2 pills (day 10&11).i started to bleed for 6 days.i stopped the pills. when should i begin a new pack?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

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