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I stoped taking birth control(marvelon) in may n i have resumed taking it september starting ion the first day of my period now my periods have become lighter but having abordominal cramps. is this normal? is the birth control still effective even after

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Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

Common: This is a very common reaction to restrarting your bierth control pill. It should still be effective. Make sure it is not out of date.

Dr Enriquez and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/24/2012

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A member asked:

I stoped taking birth control(marvelon) in may n i have resumed taking it september starting ion the first day of my period now my periods have become lighter but having abordominal cramps. is this normal? is the birth control still effective even after

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

Dr Enriquez and another doctor agreed

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