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I've been diagnosed with pcos and have been on birthcontrol for 14 years. last november i was advised to switch from yasmin to qlaira however have not had a period for 2 conservative months and have a flair up of cystic acne. should i go back to yasm?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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Seems so: I would think it would be a reasonable choice. Especially if you were getting along with your prior regime.

Answered 3/27/2020

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A member asked:

I've been diagnosed with pcos and have been on birthcontrol for 14 years. last november i was advised to switch from yasmin to qlaira however have not had a period for 2 conservative months and have a flair up of cystic acne. should i go back to yasm?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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