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I'm switching between a pill and i didn't get my period this week. i took a test and i'm not pregnant. can i still start my new birth control pack?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: If your test is negative then you are not pregnant.

Answered 2/2/2015

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A member asked:

I'm switching between a pill and i didn't get my period this week. i took a test and i'm not pregnant. can i still start my new birth control pack?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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