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Can missing 3 birth control pills affect period?

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Absolutely!: After missing 3 pills, most women with have breakthrough bleeding/an early period. Also, don't count on the pill for birth control. You should start over with a new pack, and using backup method (such as condoms) for a week.

Answered 2/1/2015

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