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A 22-year-old female asked:
Age 22, i missed period for 3 months, i want to start taking the pill to achieve regular periods, can i start now? (mid cycle). never had sex before.
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A Verified Doctoranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 49 years experience
Yes, you may: Since you "missed period for 3 months", Never had sex and you want to achieve regular periods, you may start taking the pill now.
Consult a gynecologist or a Gyn nurse practitioner in a few months .
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3.4k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
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