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I lost my packet of birth control with 4 active pills left. should i wait until my next pack should start or start the next pack already?
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Should wait...: Missing only 1 pill is not likely to change thing much and so i would just wait to start your new pack as usual. Maybe, just maybe your period will come 1 day early. Otherwise, it should not change much at all. If you have any other trouble or additional concern, consult doc. Good luck.
Answered 12/9/2013
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