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Had sex 7 days ago but bc sugar pills should start my period soon, is that to soon to take a test? i don't have regular period anforget bc pills a lot

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Dr. Keshab Paudel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

May wait few days: My recommendation would be to wait a week before taking a test.

Answered 4/8/2014

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