Re: scheduling period and ortho-cyclen
From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sun, 30 Dec 2001 09:15:09 -0600 (CST)
Skipping 2 days should be fine although I usually pick extending the
cycle (but I understand your reasoning for doing it the other way).
Hope this helps and write back anytime for more information.
Dr. M
At Sat, 29 Dec 2001, Janey wrote:
>
>I am taking ortho-cyclen for moderate acne but do not need it as a
>contraceptive. My period is scheduled to arrive right before I leave on
>vacation -- is it safe to skip the last 2 or 3 blue active pills so that
>my period arrives early? I would choose to delay my period all together
>but would fear my acne worsening, since it clears up so well during my
>period. Thanks for your help.
--
Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
Great Neck, New York
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