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Sent to Health Experts October 17, 2005 11:03 a.m.

Can I start a birth control pill a week before my period is due? I have a vacation coming up this weekend that I don't want my period for.

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October 17, 2005 10:00 p.m. (10 hours and 56 minutes later)

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Yes, you could. However, if it is too close to your period, you may have some spotting anyway. You can sure give it a shot though.

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