I'm On Birth Control, But My Calendars Don't Add Up. Am I Pregnant?

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I've been taking Microgestin FE (Loestrin FE) birth control for 6 months, religiously. I also keep track of my periods with 2 different apps on my phone. My pills are white, and the last week of them is brown. The last few months (maybe 3) my cycle is almost spot on with my phone app, but my cycle is not on the week of my brown pills, its usually during the last week of my white pills. Well this month I am 2 days late according to my app on my phone. However, I still have 2 white pills left until i start my brown pills. I know usually you should be on your cycle during the last week of your pills. I also know my particular type of BC can take away your period. I have no signs of PMS, and I usually PMS pretty badly. Last week i had sore nipples, now I have lightly tender breasts. Could I possibly be pregnant? Or is my body still adjusting to the medication and I could just be late or have no period? Should take a test, or just wait?

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Hello, Bhall! How are you?

Generally, most doctors don't consider it a concern and won't do a test, until you're at least a week late. The FDA oral contraceptive information lists very similar instructions.

However, your cycle should adjust to the one forced by the oral contraceptives and it shouldn't maintain your old cycle. They contain hormones and are actually intended to override your bodies hormones to prevent pregnancy, by preventing ovulation and thickening cervical mucous.

Your body may just be adjusting, which could also explain why you aren't having your usual PMS.

But, if you're concerned, you should consult your doctor.

Is there anything else I can help with?

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