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I have pcos therefore i was prescribed yaz birth control pills. i took the first pill when i saw light brown discharge/period? the day after the blood was dark red. am i immediately protected or do i have to be careful for the next 7 days?

Q: i have pcos therefore i was prescribed yaz birth control pills. i took the first pill when i saw light brown discharge/period? the day after the blood was dark red. am i immediately protected or do i have to be careful for the next 7 days?

: You should be protected. Take care.

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Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

You should be protected. Take care.

Answered 5/18/2023

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A member asked:

I have pcos therefore i was prescribed yaz birth control pills. i took the first pill when i saw light brown discharge/period? the day after the blood was dark red. am i immediately protected or do i have to be careful for the next 7 days?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hiep Le answered

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