A member asked:

The last 4months i used my bc pills to skip periods. i took the inactive pills this month and my period is longer than normal. why?wil it level out?

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Dr. Lyndon Taylor answered

This is normal: When you took the birth control pills continuously for 4 months, you had extra hormonal stimulation to the lining of your uterus. It is not unusual to have a heavier period. It will straighten itself out if you keep taking the inactive pills monthly.

Dr Ingram and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/7/2017

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A member asked:

The last 4months i used my bc pills to skip periods. i took the inactive pills this month and my period is longer than normal. why?wil it level out?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lyndon Taylor answered

Dr Ingram and another doctor agreed

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