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Q: breakthrough bleeding after skipping pill
asked by: Sally_mae on June 28th, 2008
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okay I have been on Birth Controls for about a year and a half by now. Last month I decided to skip my period for convienance reasons (I am going on two trips with my bf) I have never had sex and we haven't done anything that would cause me to become pregnant. Lately though, I have had breakthrough bleeding and cramps similar to menstrual but that not extreme. Should I be worried or is this normal?

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worrywart01 replied on June 28th, 2008
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i've been told that the first time you try to "skip" your period on the pills by skipping the placebos and just starting your next pack..its usually unsuccessful..so the bleeding is probably just an expected side effect, i'm pretty sure its normal
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Maddie34 replied on June 28th, 2008
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It's normal, especially if this was your first time trying to skip your period. If you continue to have cramps and bleeding then you should speak with a doctor
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Sally_mae replied on June 29th, 2008
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Thanks a lot. This week is my placebo week so I am going to assume that the bleeding and the cramping will be due to my time of the month.

Thanks once again
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