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Didnt get a period last month on my sugar pill week of bc. this month the last 4 active pills i have had very minimal spotting. is this concerning or normal for bc pills. been taking for 10 months. have had some pelvic,back,side pain. ?

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Dr. Ralph Boling answered

Likely ok,: when getting ready to start a new pack, check pregnancy test if no period by then, to be sure.

Answered 5/9/2020

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A member asked:

Didnt get a period last month on my sugar pill week of bc. this month the last 4 active pills i have had very minimal spotting. is this concerning or normal for bc pills. been taking for 10 months. have had some pelvic,back,side pain. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ralph Boling answered

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