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I am on day 4 of my placebo pill for my birth control and i still don't have my period. why?

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Dr. Yun Tran answered

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Be patient: Is this the first month you are on it? your period should come soon. Even if it doesn't, start the new package as scheduled, and talk to your doctor about this problem.

Answered 3/12/2016

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A member asked:

I am on day 4 of my placebo pill for my birth control and i still don't have my period. why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Yun Tran answered

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