A member asked:

I'm on birth control pills and have not missed any pills this month but i got my period early on my last 2 active pills, do i keep taking the placebo?

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Dr. Robert Kwok answered

Yes: While on birth control pills, a woman should take all the pills as she usually does, even if she gets some spotting or her "period" a bit early. If such symptoms happen each cycle, she can talk with her doctor about the problem.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 7/21/2015

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A member asked:

I'm on birth control pills and have not missed any pills this month but i got my period early on my last 2 active pills, do i keep taking the placebo?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Kwok answered

Dr Juchau agreed

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