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I stopped taking birth control on may 18th, had unprotected sex june 7. had a period 14 days later for 5 days moderate flow. now no period in 45 days ?

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Dr. Jeffrey Juchau answered

Not unusual: to have menstrual irregularities when you stop birth control pills. It may take a 2-3 months to regulate again, assuming you were regular before. If you do not become regular then you need to consult your doctor about early menopause.

Dr Pack and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I stopped taking birth control on may 18th, had unprotected sex june 7. had a period 14 days later for 5 days moderate flow. now no period in 45 days ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeffrey Juchau answered

Dr Pack and another doctor agreed

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