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Late period. on trinessa (norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol). neg. pregnancy test. last cycle, forgot to take several pills &doubled/tripled up mult. times. could this be why i'm late?

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Dr. Visalakshi Vallury answered

Yes: Inconsistent use of oral contraceptives can lead to irregular bleeding. Try setting a reminder on your phone to remind to take your medication. Good Luck

Answered 12/17/2014

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A member asked:

Late period. on trinessa (norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol). neg. pregnancy test. last cycle, forgot to take several pills &doubled/tripled up mult. times. could this be why i'm late?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Visalakshi Vallury answered

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