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It smells like i'm in my period but i'm not i use the birth control patch and it's not due for another week?

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Dr. Yvette Westford answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

It's ok: Just make sure that the patch is attached as it should be. Apply the last one next week as scheduled.

Answered 5/19/2016

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A member asked:

It smells like i'm in my period but i'm not i use the birth control patch and it's not due for another week?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Yvette Westford answered

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