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On Microgynon For Long Time. Mild Bleeding And Slight Cramps After Taking 3 Packs Back To Back. Normal?
Hi, i have been on Microgynon 30 for 14 years now, i have taken three packs back to back for the first time ever due to different circumstances as i didnt want a period.
I am on the second week of the third pack and am getting break through bleeding and slight cramps, not much blood but noticeable. Is this normal and am i still protected against pregnancy?
thanks
I am on the second week of the third pack and am getting break through bleeding and slight cramps, not much blood but noticeable. Is this normal and am i still protected against pregnancy?
thanks
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Mon, 20 May 2013
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Hi, thanks for using healthcare magic
Yes, you should still be protected against pregnancy once you are using it consistently.
Breakthrough bleeding can occur with the use of oral contraception. Microgynon contains the same components as seasonale which is an oral contraceptive that is taken for 3 months straight.
I hope this helps
Yes, you should still be protected against pregnancy once you are using it consistently.
Breakthrough bleeding can occur with the use of oral contraception. Microgynon contains the same components as seasonale which is an oral contraceptive that is taken for 3 months straight.
I hope this helps
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