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My period is always on time and is 4 days late, preg test negative.. should i take the new pack of birth control or should i stop it for this month?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Birth control : Birth control pills should be taken One time per day. You do not start and stop them depending on the timing of your menstrual cycle.

Answered 1/19/2016

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A member asked:

My period is always on time and is 4 days late, preg test negative.. should i take the new pack of birth control or should i stop it for this month?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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