A 25-year-old female 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?
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Dr. Alfredo Nievesanswered
Gynecology 41 years experience
Yes: Most importantly use a backup method for contraception.
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A 22-year-old female asked:
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An examination by a trusted gynecologist should determine whether or not your abnormal bleeding is due to trauma or a need for stronger BCPs.
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