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A member asked:
Imon birth control and i started my period a week early do i still have to take my sugar pills?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Not necessary: You never really need to take the sugar pills. You can just go to the next pack. Probably should have a "period" every 4 months or so, though.
Answered 4/26/2014
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