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I am on birth control-microgestrin 1/20 on 7 months and have not missed pills or been late. am on week 2 of my pack and have bleeding and cramping

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Microgestrin: It appears that the microgestrin is causing break through bleeding. Consult your gynecologist for possible change of your birth control medication.

Answered 3/21/2014

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