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Can being sick and taking antibiotics with birth control delay periods?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Possibly: Being ill can delay periods. Some types of oral contraceptives can also effect your period.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 10/24/2017

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