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Last month i started my new pack of trisprintec birth control and i began my period a few days later and this month im on my last week of the pack before i start a new pack but im a few days late on my period this month so im not sure what it is?

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Dr. Ralph Boling answered

If no missed pills: could be due to thinning of the uterine lining, with little or no flow each cycle. If missed pills or unsure a pregnancy test could be reassuring, prior to starting new pill pack.

Answered 7/17/2019

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A member asked:

Last month i started my new pack of trisprintec birth control and i began my period a few days later and this month im on my last week of the pack before i start a new pack but im a few days late on my period this month so im not sure what it is?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ralph Boling answered

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