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I have miss placed the last four pills in my birth control pack, the 4 before the sugar pills, bleeding for 4 days, should i start a new pack sunday?

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Dr. Alfredo Nieves answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Yes: Most importantly use a backup method for contraception.

Answered 3/9/2015

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A member asked:

I have miss placed the last four pills in my birth control pack, the 4 before the sugar pills, bleeding for 4 days, should i start a new pack sunday?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Alfredo Nieves answered

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