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Re: [Birth Control] Question: Do I have to have a period on bcp?
From: Robin (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 29 Nov 2001 17:53:04 -0600 (CST)

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At Thu, 29 Nov 2001, Erin wrote: >
>I am currently taking Yasmin for contraception. I have heard a lot
>lately about people who choose not to have a period while on birth
>control pills by taking the 21 active pills and then immediately
>starting on another 21 active pills. This would go on for 3-4 cycles,
>then by not taking active pills for 7 days they would have a period.
>
>My questions are:
>1. Is this safe?
>2. Does this affect the contraceptive effectiveness of the pill or do
>you need to use a back-up method of contraception?
>
>Thanks for any feedback!

Erin,
As I am sure you found in the archives, it is safe to take OCP's continuously and you do not need a back up method (of course, condoms should always be used to protect against STD's and HIV/AIDS).

-- Robin

-- ~Robin~
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I'm not a Dr. or any type of Medical Professional. The information I share is based on what I have experienced personally or what I have learned.

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