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I'm 22 years old and have been on birth control for 8 years. Recently, I experienced a prolonged period with more bleeding than usual and increased cramping, which usually lasts for 2-3 days. I may have missed a birth control pill a couple of weeks ago. Should I be concerned, and is there anything I should do?

June 29th, 2023

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