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Q: How to delay my period using birth control?

asked by: DoctorQuestion on April 14th, 2007

HI, im new to this forum. Im from Philippines., i would like to get your opinion about my problem. Im planning to take a vacation on May 15, 2007 im worried that my period is schedule to come on that day. Can i used pills to delay my period? what kind of phils? if ever is it available here in Phils?

Thank you very much on your time. Your reply would be much appreciated.
Thanks a lot!

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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD

replied on April 24th, 2007

Birth Control Answer A2631

Yes, you may use birth control pills to skip a menstrual period. In order to do this, you can start taking the pills right now. Take one pill each day. When you reach the 22nd day ,you have to throw away the last 7 pills from the present pack (because they are inactive) and start a new pack immediately. Then, take all the pills from the new pack in the same manner (one pill each day)... including the last 7 inactive pills. While taking the last 7 pills you should get your delayed period. Unwanted and unexpected spotting are possible when using this method. Skipping the period is not recommended as a frequent solution while on birth control.

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