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What Causes Delay In Periods Inspite Of Being On Birth Control Pills?

I have been on birth control pill for almost a year. It s a three week pill pack, last week no pill and my period usually comes midweek. Only symptoms of possible period were breakouts last week like I normally get. Still no period, but do have gas. No missed periods prior to this and pills are taking same time daily. Any suggestions? Could I really possibly be pregnant if I am taking all precautions accurately? How long should I wait to act on this?
posted on Sat, 1 Nov 2014
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Hi,
I understand your concern.
When you have taking pills regularly /at the same time/ without missing single dose-You don't have any chance to conceive. You will have bleeding within a couple of days . Some times illness,physical/psychological stress can delay menses.
* In case of delay, start with new pack from day 5 of menses.
* You have to wait for bleeding for 7 days & start with new pack of pills on 7th night.In case you have same problem next month, consult your doctor.
Thanks.
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What Causes Delay In Periods Inspite Of Being On Birth Control Pills?

Hi, I understand your concern. When you have taking pills regularly /at the same time/ without missing single dose-You don t have any chance to conceive. You will have bleeding within a couple of days . Some times illness,physical/psychological stress can delay menses. * In case of delay, start with new pack from day 5 of menses. * You have to wait for bleeding for 7 days & start with new pack of pills on 7th night.In case you have same problem next month, consult your doctor. Thanks.