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Would it prevent my period from happening if i continue on with my second pack of birth control?

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Dr. Yvette Westford answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: There is no need to cause a bleed between packs of pills. If you skip the sugar pills and move on to the next pack, you will skip the bleed.

Answered 10/10/2015

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A member asked:

Would it prevent my period from happening if i continue on with my second pack of birth control?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Yvette Westford answered

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