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Expert: - 11/7/2006


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I am taking Ortho-tri cyclen and would like to know if it is ok and safe to skip the last week of your pill and start on the next pack?  

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Hi Danielle,
I have had a couple of questions about this and in my opinion this is not a good idea. Please check with your physician, though, as I am not a medical professional. Because of the way the pills work and the hormone balance, I would not recommend taking the pills any way but correctly, according to the directions. Why do you want to do this? You can email me at DCHERYL51@yahoo.com with any more information or followup questions.
Sincerely,
Diane Cheryl
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I can answer questions about the various methods of birth control. I can answer questions like "What would be the best method of birth control for me?" and other problems and concerns. I have researched side effects and risks of various methods of birth control. I have almost 23 years of experience working with various pregnancy resource centers. Please contact me at CHERYL51@aol.com if you would like to know more information about your situation or if I am "Maxed OUT".

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I have almost 23 years of experience in counseling women about birth control and family planning.

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Illinois Valley Community College, Austin Community College, Travel Agent Degree and almost 23 years of counseling experience.
I have worked with Pregnancy Resource Centers for almost 23 years.

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