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I missed the first pill of my new pack of birth control pills but doubled up the next day. would that be enough for ovulation to occur?

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Dr. Paula Hillard answered

Possible: The worst pills to miss are those that extend the hormone free interval, thus possibly allowing ovulation to occur. Emergency contraception would be an option.

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I missed the first pill of my new pack of birth control pills but doubled up the next day. would that be enough for ovulation to occur?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Paula Hillard answered

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