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I missed1 birth control pill the sunday before i was supposed to start my period. i realized monday &took it. i am still bleeding 10 days after.

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Dr. Tahir Chauhdry answered

Sorry: that you are bleeding. However, taking it a day late should theoretically not cause you to have persistent bleeding. Continue taking the pill religiously. It should work its way out.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 3/20/2015

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A member asked:

I missed1 birth control pill the sunday before i was supposed to start my period. i realized monday &took it. i am still bleeding 10 days after.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tahir Chauhdry answered

Dr Juchau agreed

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