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Been on loestrin 20 for 8months.i keep having break through bleeding in between my period. the nurse has done a cervical examination which was fine.

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Dr. Ron Eaker answered

Common: This is a low dose pill and seems to have a slightly higher breakthrough rate. It may be you need a slightly higher dose pill

Answered 10/11/2016

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A member asked:

Been on loestrin 20 for 8months.i keep having break through bleeding in between my period. the nurse has done a cervical examination which was fine.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ron Eaker answered

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