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Re: New to birth control in general; experiencing 'spotting'?
From: Robin (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 8 Apr 2002 07:09:47 -0500 (CDT)

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At Mon, 8 Apr 2002, Rachel wrote: >
>I am new to birth control... I have never been sexually active before.
>I saw my doctor, got the pill (Ortho tri-cyclen), and I've been taking
>it without problems since then (about two months ago).
>
>Today I got my period (I think)... four days early. So I still have
>four green "blanks" left to take before I start the next package. But
>should I start the next package anyway since I have my period? Or is it
>probably just spotting and I should continue with the four green ones?

This is normal. You will usually get your period 3-5 days in to the placebo pills (inactive pills). Continue on with the current pack, and start the next pack as scheduled.
>
>Please help as I don't know what to do, and am scared of messing up...
>do I start the new package in time with my period or do I wait and keep
>green pills?

You've done fine.
>
>--
>Rachel
>

-- Robin
I'm not a Dr. or any type of Medical Professional. Please consult your with your own MD for advice and treatment. No private emails, please.

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