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I'm on a low dose birth control (cryselle) and i had breakthrough bleeding about two weeks ago. havent had sex, and i'm 4 days late. what to do?

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Dr. Lori Semel answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Irregular menses: If you havent had sex then there is not a possibility for pregnancy. Continue taking your pills as directed and wait for the menses to regulate itself on the pill.

Answered 10/2/2014

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A member asked:

I'm on a low dose birth control (cryselle) and i had breakthrough bleeding about two weeks ago. havent had sex, and i'm 4 days late. what to do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lori Semel answered

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