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Can your period come earlier if you've missed a few contraceptive pills?

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Dr. Barbara Coulter-Smith answered

Yes: Missing pills and even taking them late may cause spotting or bleeding. Missing pills can also cause ovulation and pregnancy so you need to use a back - up method for the rest of the month.

Dr Nguyen and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 7/7/2019

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A member asked:

Can your period come earlier if you've missed a few contraceptive pills?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Barbara Coulter-Smith answered

Dr Nguyen and 2 doctors agreed

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