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A member asked:

I take necon 1/35 . been on it for almost a month and a half. my period has gotten very heavy and has been going on for 11 days why? this is scary.

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Dr. Richard Roberts answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Many women who start: oral contraceptives may have highly irregular periods for a while, including heavy periods. Please do not worry--call your pcp or the clinic who prescribed your contraceptive for follow-up.

Dr Romans agreed

Answered 10/12/2015

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