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Hi i got depo contraceptive shot after having my baby (he was born on the 1st march ) on the 6th march ive had none stop bleeding up to a couple of days ago as my doctor prescribed me primolut n 5mg i am due to start yasminelle pill on 30th may instead of getting another depo shot on the 6th june but i will still be taking the last of the primolut tabs on the 30th may is this ok and will i be covered contraceptive wise?Many thanksjanice lynch | 257,100 | In my opinion, yasminelle pill can be started like this but one must use barrier contraceptive for first 7 days for complete protection.If you are lactating, remember that it is contraindicated in lactation. Otherwise its fine. | Missed dosage of Femedette. No period, pregnancy test negative. Had unprotected sex |
When I started taking birth control pills 15 years ago my ears began to stop up. They started getting a lot of preasure in them. I took a weaker pill which seemed to help. When I got off the pill to have a baby the symtons left. Now that I am back on the pill my ears are stopped up again. Is it possilbe the pill is causing this? | 257,101 | There is a rare side effect of birth control pills that is hypoacusis which means loss of hearing/ difficulty in hearing. in this, you will find it difficult to understand a conversation, need words to be repeated and need telivision volume to be loud.If you are having the same, it can be due to pills. | Prolonged bleeding after depo shot. Prescribed Primolut. Can Yasmin be taken simultaneously? |
Hi I am 21 years old and i just started having sex a last month. I have used post pill five times and now a Dr. has given me MICROGYNON oral contraceptives 4 cylce to help with my period(which is a bit unstable(timing)) but i am worried about its side effects and i am willing to pay more if there is a better pill for girl my age. i am worried about its level of protection because i don't want to get pregnant since i am in college and also i am worried about its side effects......please help | 257,102 | Microgynon is a low dose oral contraceptive with minimum possible side effects. In my opinion, these should not be more than those of any other low dose oral contraceptive. Pregnancy rate with all low dose oral contraceptives is only 0.1% which is lowest possible rate.So, in my opinion, it can be a good choice. | Pressure in the ears upon taking the birth control pills. Reason? |
Alright. Me and my currently girlfriend had unprotected sex on the 25th of April. 12 hours and 30 minutes after it had happened, she took the plan B pill. Her last period occurred on the 5th of April, so we expect her period on the third of may. She has experienced light cramps and today a bit of spotting. She described the blood has having a brownish tint. I was just curious if this was a major sign that she is pregnant or a normal side effect of the Plan B pill. We are slightly worried that it could have been implantation bleeding. | 257,103 | Dear User, I am little confused as today is 10 june 2013 and you are telling history of april and may. If I take it as per your wording; a pregnancy is must to rule out that too via a USG plus Urine pregnancy test, in combination.On the basis of result of these, the further management can be decided. | Prescribed microgyon oral contraceptive pill. Any side effects? Suggest better pill? |
Hi,I started using Trigestrel birth control pills about a year ago because my fiancee and I had a lil problem of forgeting to use a condom. Ever since I started using them we completely stopped using protection, can that somehow lead to pregnancy or is it ok? And sometimes my schedule can get so hectic that I get tired and drink the pills either 20 to 30 minutes early or maybe 30minutes late. Am I in the danger zone? | 257,104 | Percentage of women getting pregnant with pills( used correctly) is only 0.1 percent which is very low and you are safe if you are using them correctly. This much variation in pill time is acceptable. no need to worry. | Cramps and spotting after taking emergency contraceptive pills. Pregnancy or implantation bleeding? |
Hi I was in the process of invitro and before starting the injection they found a cyst 1.8 and had to take another type of birth control and was checked again and was told everything looks good but had to finish the pack of birth control pill but my question is what are my chances of becoming pregnant with invitro I have children but had tubal ligation done and its been a year I had tubal reversal done on my left tube but its blocked hsg tested showed blockage will my chances be high because of previous pregnancy and also all tested for both of us are perfect | 257,105 | hellothanks for your query.Yes, in absence of any other complications, chances of conception with IVF are high.Normally the chances range from 25 - 35 % in absence of factors such as semen problems, endometriosis, fibroids etc.If there is no tubal pathology like hydrosalpinx etc, your chances are pretty good, if you are less than 35, and with good ovarian reserve.All the best. | Using Trigestrel. Habit of taking the medicine early or lately. Chances of getting pregnant? |
hi, i had a baby in August 2010 and since then my birth control method was an injection for three months(petrogen) if im not mistaken until last year in November thats when i last took my injection and i never went back to the clinic for the injection until April this year, and istead i was given oralcön coz i told them i didnt want to be on depo. The reason why i was relaxed between Nov- up to nw is becz im hiv pos. and i was using condoms also. I started taking Arvs the new one tablet and i was taking it also with oral contraceptives and the side effects were too much for me. I decided to stop oral contraceptives for two days and i went on periods yet i was taking the white ones, when i noticed im bleeding i continued taking them and am still bleeding today s the third day, my que is could i be bleeding forever or is it going to stop. | 257,106 | HelloThanks for your query.You have experienced breakthrough bleeding due to the stoppage of the oral contraceptives for two days.Please continue taking the rest of the white pills and the placebo pills also.The bleeding should stop in a couple of days.If it doesnt, consult a gynecologist to rule out other complications.Take care. | Have cyst. Taking birth control pills. Is there chances of pregnancy if invitro was done? |
Hi im 18 and i had the implant put in for the second time a month ago ever since i havnt felt right my stomach hurts and i get head aches when i stand up i cant hold anything down i dont know if this is related to the implant or something els i also have had a bladder infection for about a year now and my doctor cant get rid of it ? | 257,107 | HelloThanks for your query.the implant normally does not cause headaches.Persistent bladder infection could point to a renal problem.Have a complete assessment by a nephrologist and get your blood sugars tested.All the best. | On birth control, oralcon, arvs. Noticed bleeding. What could be wrong? |
Is there a chance of me getting pregnant? - What are the chances?Hello,On April 29th, my boyfriend and I had intercourse, when we finished we realised the condom broke - I quickly went to the bathroom and tried to get most of "it" out. I then rushed to the gynae and got morning and after pills (postinor 2) I took it an hour after the whole incident 5pm - within the next 12 hours, so 5am I took the second pill, as said on the instruction box. Just extra information, im supposed to be expecting my period next week.Today (March 1st) we had intercourse, and again it happened, the condom had a tear and we did not realise ti'l after (I assume it justs a box of bad condoms, so im throwing them away - cause we've had intercourse before and this has never happened) I then took another postinor 2, at 6pm - so in the next 12 hours i'll be taking the second pill. What are the chances of me getting pregnant? I am really worried. And did I overdose myself with postinor 2, because I would be taking 2 sets within two days. Please help me and reply as soon as you can.Thank you so much! | 257,108 | HelloThanks for your query.You definitely did overdose yourself.Postinor 2 is not supposed to be taken so frequently, however I can see you had very less options.The chances of pregnancy depend on what day of your cycle it was.if you were near ovulation, unprotected sex has higher chances of pregnancy.Postinor would lessen the odds, but bear in mind that it would throw your normal cycle into chaos, you would not be able to predict your next period.take a pregnancy test 4 weeks after intercourse, if you havent had a proper period. | Have an implant. Stomach pain, headaches, bladder infection. Can I get rid of it? |
I am on Junel 1/20 (Loestrin) and started having left shoulder/arm pain yesterday and to day. Feels muscular in upper arm and in the shoulder joint. About 20 years ago I had bilateral arm pain at night but never associated it with birth control I may have been on this same pill then, but don't remember. The arm pain just went away over several years and now it is back starting yesterday and I just started taking this pill again, been on it for 3 weeks now. Is it possible this pain is from the pill? | 257,109 | Hello Junel,I m afraid, but i didnt have heard any case of either shoulder pain or any other bodily pain with patients taking oral contraceptives.You also have a history of pill consumption without any pain complains. It might be due to pain which is due to muscle sprain or rarely may be referred from some other sources like left breast, or left axillary lymph nodes etc If pain is not relived then get a xray of left shoulder done and let it be checked by a orthopaedician !!!get well soonregards,Dr Hari Om ChandrakarMBBS | Condom broke, taken pill. Any chance of becoming pregnant? |
My gf and i had protected sex, but it was not even a complete one. I mean my penis did not even entered her vagina completely & she didnt even had bleeding at that time. But next morning she had bleddng and now she told me that her period duration is getting delayed, also she's saying tht she's feeling a bit weak these days. What does this means?? pls rpy asap. Urgent, m in TENSION. Pls Help Dr. | 257,110 | Hello,You are unnecessarily getting tensed as there is no chance of pregnancy,because of two reasons.Any intercourse just before the periods is totally safe and once you get periods,then it itself is an indication that there is no pregnancy.As far as feeling weak is concerned,it could be because of various other physical causes and may be even psychological.If your weakness persists,you may consult your doctor for that but as far as pregnancy is concerned,it is not there.I hope it eases you.Thanks | Left shoulder pain. I have been using Loestrin. Is the pain because of tablet? |
Hello Doctor , i was supposed to have my period on May 05, 2013 but i took on April 28, 2013 cidolut-nor as i was on a vacation with my husband i stopped it on the may 06, 2013 so my period came after 3 days . i have been having symptoms for preganancy this month could it be pregancany or cidolut-nor has done something with my hormones that gives me this symptoms ? i have tenderness in my breats , backache , cramps , sleepy, faster heartbeats , craving salty food ? Please i need an answer | 257,111 | Hello and welcome to HCM, Cidolut is a progesteronal preparation. Progesterone is a hormonal preparation used in menstrual irregularities. It has certain side effects. Water retention is well known side effect of progesterone. water retention leads to breast discomfort, tenderness, etc. The symptoms mentioned by you are not of pregnancy. However, you can go for pregnancy test to confirm or rule out pregnancy. These side effects are self limited and not of any consequence. If they are very troublesome, you can consult your doctor. Thanks and take care Dr Shailja P Wahal | Delayed period, protected sex, no ejaculation. Pregnancy? |
Hi. I used depo before which made me bleed non stop for 6 months. I like depo because I don't have to remember to take it everyday and my opinion it really works as far as me not getting pregnant. I want to start depo again but I just don't want to bleed the same. I did some research and it say maca root helps to regulate hormones. Do you think maca root will help with the bleeding cause from depo? | 257,112 | depo provera acts by inhibiting ovulation. it decreasse levels of FSH & LH. Irregular and heavy bleeding due to it can be managed by ethinyl estradiol or conjugated estrogen for 7-21 days or low dose oc for 7-21 days.Maca is a natural herb which suuports natural body estrogen and progesterone. in my opinion, it can be tried for this purpose. | Have pregnancy symptoms, tender breasts, backache, cramps, excessive sleep. Taken cidolut nor. Will I feel better? |
Hello.I have a question about plan B pill. My first day of my period was 18 April.I was taking birth control pills but i stopped them on 9th of March.Last night i had unprotected sex and i would like to know if i am safe or i should get the second day pill. And is it safe to start taking birth control pills again after such a short time? Thank you for your help. | 257,113 | As you have stooped taking your pills long ago, you are totally unsafe. you should get an emergency contraceptive. Yes you can again start taking birth control pills. | Had bleeding for months. Used depo. Can I continue? |
Hi i am 52 and have been taking 2.5mgs of progestrone orally in a troche.....for 7 days i woke up this morning having out of the blue panic attack shaky breathlessness and wanted to cry... i still feel unwell and a bit anxious and i am sure this is due to the progesterone, how long will it take to get out of my system ? and can i just stop it, im afraid i will get a withdrawal too ? help | 257,114 | yes . depression can be due to progesterone. withdrawl can also cause anxiety and depression.in my opinion, pyridoxine 50 mg daily can be tried for some time. | Taking birth control pills. Had unprotected sex. Safe? Should I go for second day pill? |
Hi doc, i just wanna ask if there's a possibiltiy to get pregnant coz i forgot to take my pill on the 3rd day after my menstruation, then i take pill the following morning...then that night i got unprotected intercourse with my husband..then after a week i missed another 1 pill but i take the pill the following morning but dont have intercourse | 257,115 | Hello,Thanks for posting your query .You should be very regular for you pills .Now you should continue your pills & use barrier method for one week after that you can have unprotected intercourse.I hope your query has been answered.Thank you | Taking progesterone orally. Suffer from panic attacks, breathlessness and feeling sad. How can I feel better? |
Hello. This morning around 3am I had intercourse with my boyffriend and I'm currently on Lutera bc and he used a condom. After the third round, we noticed that the sex felt a lil bit different and when he pulled out, the condom got stuck in me and its possible a lil bit was inside of me. I always take my pills between 8am-12pm each day and we never had unprotected sex before. I read online that Lutera can be used as a backup morning after pill if you take 5 the first day and five the second day. Should I use the Lutera as backup or get a morning after pill? | 257,116 | Hi,Since you are regular with your contraception, there is not much to worry about. You may use it as an emergency contraceptive but the efficacy is not known. If you wish, you may use an emergency pill after contacting your consultant. Please remember, any type of excess hormone use is going to disrupt your hormonal balance and may cause cycle disturbances for a while. Hope your query is answered. Good luck. | Had unprotected sex after forgetting to take the pill. Can the pill taken next day to avoid pregnancy? |
Hi I have had the implano for about 4 months now this my second time , first time it was great for this time for the lst 6 days I have been feeling sick and spewing. Smells or sounds trigger me. I spew only at night time. I can't eat big meals. My boobs today felt like tightening it felt as if an having a let down fro beast feeding could I be pregant | 257,117 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Since you are already having the implant for the past 4 months, I feel the chances of pregnancy is minimal provided that you have followed an additional contraceptive method along with implanon during the first month. The failure rate of contraception with Implanon, the sub dermal implant that releases progesterone is less. You are doubtful probably because of absence of periods for the last 4 months. The symptoms you are having could also be due to an increased level of progesterone. But to be on the safer side you can rule out pregnancy through blood test or home pregnancy kits. Blood test is more reliable.I hope this is useful to you. | Stuck condom in vagina during protected sex, suspected little leak. On Lutera bc. Taking morning after pill suggested? |
I got the birth control rod Nexplanon inserted in my arm on the 15th of May 2013. Later on that day, i had sexual intercourse with no condom but we used the pullout method. I was supposed to start my period on the 20th of May 2013. I still have not started my period. I have gotten period like cramps during the time of when i was supposed to be on my period. Can the Nexplanon stop periods that early or am i pregnant? | 257,118 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.You have had intercourse, five days before the expected date of period that falls during the 'safe period', so the chances of pregnancy is less. Nexplanon should be implanted during the first 5 days of period to be on the safer side, as it will exert protection without a need for additional contraceptive method if implanted during this time.If taken even 3 days before the expected date of periods, progesterone can stop periods. Nexplanon releases progesterone slowly and this may be the reason for the delay or absence of your periods. Although the risk of pregnancy is minimal for you, please rule out pregnancy through blood test. Home pregnancy kits detect HCG level in urine which may not be positive so early. But blood tests will give you an accurate information about your status.I hope this is useful to you. | Feeling sick, vomiting during night, feeling of tightness and pain in breasts. On implanto for second time. Guide |
Ok I have a question Im 19yrs old & I am on the Depo shot I was suppose to go take my nxt shot on the 22nd of may but missed my appt. Ive had sex with my partner & the next day I had a clear but a little bloodie substance come out of my vagina what does that mean? & if it could be pregnancy should i wait on my next shot til I find out that it isnt? | 257,119 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.The risk of pregnancy depends on how long you had been using Depot provera shots. If you had been using the shots long enough, then it may take atleast 2 months for the fertility to return back after you discontinue the depot shots, in which case, your chances of pregnancy is minimal. When the blood level of progesterone falls, it results in withdrawal bleeding and the spotting you had could be due to that. If you are doubtful whether the spotting is due to implantation bleeding, you need not wait and can rule out pregnancy through blood test which confirms pregnancy within 3 to 4 days after implantation.I hope this is useful to you. | Have birth control rod Nexplanon inserted in arm. Had sex. Periods late. Cause? |
I had a Mirena IUD in for a little over 6 months. I had a lot of complications, bloating, weight gain (30 lbs), over heating at night, mood swings, among others. I took the IUD out about 2months ago. Within a few days, I had what I thought was my period for 2-3 days. I have not bled since then and I should have gotten it this last week. I do not think I am pregnant. I am overly bloated, gaining 5-10 lbs in a day. I eat a really healthy balance diet and work out daily with cardio and pilates. I am constipated at times as well. Now I am over heating again. What is going on?! | 257,120 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.One of the main actions of progesterone is relaxation of smooth muscles of intestine resulting in constipation. Although you have removed the IUD mirena it will take some more time for the hormonal effects of progesterone to get flushed out from your system and hence you are feeling the effects of progesterone.In some, the menstrual cycle resumes within 3 months whereas in others it takes a longer time for regularization of periods. Do not worry. The effects will wane off after some time. Have nutritious diet and continue your regular work outs.I hope this is useful to you. | On Depo shot. Missed shot. Had sex. Had little bloody discharge. Pregnancy? |
hi, im 28years old female, never been pregnant. i have been sexually inactive for 4 years, and stopped using birth control pills. i was on Femodene then moved to Yasmin, and back to Femodene for about 5 years. now im on Yasmin and my breasts are extremely painful. should i stop this pill and try find Femodene again or should i look at other methods of birth control? what other methods are available to me?Please help | 257,121 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Yasmin is a combined OCP with a newer progesterone drospirenone whereas Femodene contains gestodene. Both are equally effective. Drospirenone is a newer progesterone and is said to be devoid of the androgenic effects of other progesterones. However the acceptability of a OCP varies among different individuals. Since you had been on hormonal oral contraceptives for a long time (5 years), you can opt for IUD copper T which is non hormonal. The other option is sub dermal implants that contain progesterone. You should consult your gynecologist regarding this as he/she can decide the most suitable option for you.I hope this is useful to you. | Bloating, weight gain and mood swings after mirena IUD insertion. Severe constipation after IUD removal. Reason? |
I have had the mirena for 3 years now. Recently I have been having pains that feel just like contractions and a sharp pain every time I urinate. I also can not feel my strings anymore. I have had about 3 or 4 UTI's since the mirena has been in so I know what one of those feel like and these pains are not similar to that feeling at all. My doctor can't get me in for 2 weeks , but I am in too much pain to wait til then. What should I do ? | 257,122 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.You are unable to feel your strings of Mirena because it has moved from its position and it could have got embedded in uterine tissue. Sometimes it can spontaneously move out from uterus and can get embedded in abdomen.Absence of strings accompanied by unbearable pain could be due to perforation in which case it is an emergency. But risk of perforation is usually high when it is inserted soon after delivery, ie., during peurperium.You should consult your gynecologist immediately and an abdominal X-Ray or ultrasound uterus will reveal the status of mirena. If it has moved away then it needs to be removed immediately and you should opt for some other contraceptive method (not another IUD) for few more months.I hope this is useful to you. | Was taking femodene for birth control. Now taking yasmin. Painful breast. Stop yasmin? Other method? |
Hi there I have gone on Ava 20 contraception and I am getting really unconfortable tomach aches...it feels like acidity and I get nausea. Really uncomfortable. I was taking the pill at 1pm after lunch but decided might be better if I take it before I sleep. When I woke up I had sore stomach. I am also getting headaches? So is this the contraception? | 257,123 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Gastrointestinal side effects like nausea and abdominal bloating are the most common side effects of Ava 20. Both estrogen and progesterone can cause nausea. Head ache is due to progesterone. These symptoms are due to the contraceptive pill.Both the hormones in Ava 20 are rapidly and completely absorbed, reaching a peak level within 2 hours and that may be the reason for the side effects. If you are not comfortable with this brand, then you consult your gynecologist and go for other OCP with different combinations. Generally almost all OCP contain the same estrogen, Ethinyl Estradiol but different progesterone preparations. Ava 20 contains levonorgesterol with a minimal dose of Ethinyl Estradiol (20 micro gm). Since you are unable to tolerate it you can opt for a different progesterone containing OCP.I hope this is useful to you. | Contraction like pains, pain while urination after having mirena insertion. Frequent UTIs. What to do? |
I am 28 years old and have been using Implanon as birth control since 2005. Recently my husband and I decided we would like another child but I have some concerns. Is there a chance of multiple births due to the implanon?I was diagnosed with HELLP with my first son and almost died during labor. What are the chances of this happening again? Is there any long term side effects from prolonged use of the Implanon (i have had it replace 3 times, no breaks in between) | 257,124 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.It will take a while for you to get regular menstrual cycles since you were on implanon for a long time. However, implanon does not result in multiple births. Although implanon suppresses ovulation, once it is removed and the cycles are restored, it will not interfere with ovulation and does not result in release of multiple eggs from ovary.The recurrence rate of HELLP (Hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes and low platelet count) is reported to be high in many women and so you should be very careful during your pregnancy. Periodic check up, avoidance of stress factors, balanced and nutritious diet are absolutely necessary if you conceive.I hope this is useful to you. | Stomach pain, acidity, nausea, sore stomach, headache. Took ava 20 contraception. Side effects? |
I started my birth control pill pack on April 12, and took my pill at 9:00 PM like I usually do. I vomited at 10:00 PM, which has me worried that this pill was ineffective and could have sparked ovulation. My boyfriend and I had unprotected sex on April 23, and used Plan B one step an hour after this. Should I be worried about pregnancy? | 257,125 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.You have not mentioned if you have vomited out the sugar pill or the hormonal pill. Efficacy of the OCP depends upon the un interrupted intake of hormonal pills. No harm can occur if you have vomited the sugar pill but if it was a hormonal pill, then surely the contraceptive protection would be reduced.You need not fear about pregnancy as you have used plan B after the intercourse. But your next menstrual cycle can be delayed because plan B also contains progesterone and a high blood level of progesterone can delay periods. This delay, again can create confusion and doubt about pregnancy. So if your period is delayed, do pregnancy test and rule out pregnancy as that will relieve your anxiety.I hope this is useful to you. | On implanon. Chances of multiple pregnancies due to this medication? |
Hi, about 3 weeks ago i ran out of my pill (On Cerazette) and after 4/5 days i started bleeding. But this was a different bleed to what i have had before, usually i am extremely heavy on my period, but i dont tend to get my period on this pill. this bleed was light and brown, using less than one pad a day. and continued for 4 days. ive had a bleed before from not taking my pill but that took 2 weeks to happen and was extremely heavy. I have extremely sore boobs which started within the last week, also having alot of headaches and i feel exhausted majority of the time. My discharge has been different as well being quite jelly, stretchy and clear (sorry tmi) and also felt sick at night but i think that may of been to do with something different. also done multiple pregnancy tests which say negative could i be pregnant? any help would be appreciated, thankyou x | 257,126 | hi,thanx for query.u had dischargeispite of that u can be pregnant.plz get doctors advice and get b hcg test done to confirm pregnancy.a full pelvic scan by agynaecologist and blood work up is required.it might be case of ectopic pregnancy too.plz get help byee. | Vomiting after taking birth pill. Will the pill be ineffective? Any chance of pregnancy? |
Like last month a week before I took the morning after pill I had my period and then I took the pill and a week later I had a full period which I thought was just spotting at first but wasn't and on the box it says that your period may be a few days early but mine was like almost 3 weeks early and originally it should of been now. So if Ii don't know 'm pregnant or my period come in 2 more weeks because the pill messed everything up and I just gained weight. | 257,127 | hi,thanx for query.u had delayed periods.ispite of that u can be pregnant.plz get doctors advice and get b hcg test done to confirm pregnancy.a full pelvic scan by agynaecologist and blood work up is required.it might be case of ectopic pregnancy too.plz get help byee. | Bleeding upon stopping the cerazette. Sore breasts, headaches and fatigue. Pregnant? |
Hi Dr. I was wondering if you could tell me what are the chances of me being pregnant? I have been on lutera tablets and this is my 4 month. April 28 Sunday was day 1 of week one but I missed it. However I made it up on Monday around 3pm and then continued with my regular 9pm schedule. I had sex Friday may 3 and I'm worried | 257,128 | hi,thanx for query.u had missed your piles,if contact occurred during time of ovulation then u can be pregnancy.plz get doctors advice and get b hcg test done to confirm pregnancy.a full pelvic scan by agynaecologist and blood work up is required.it might be case of ectopic pregnancy too.plz get help byee. | Having spotting and then full periods. Taking morning after pill. Gained weight. Pregnant? |
okay, my daughter missed 3 pills in her last month pill pack. so, she just stopped and waited for her period to start. she did have a menstrual cycle, restarted a pill pack. she did have unprotected sex during a two week period. so she is now on her next pack for a couple of weeks. has gained 10lbs, is nauseated and does have emesis when she took one drink of an alcoholic beverage. which in the past has never bothered her. breast feel like "sore muscles" some tenderness also. she is extremely tired. I was wondering if the birth control pills are masking the hormone to detect pregnancy and that is why she has had so many negative results. she has never been over 115 lbs since high school. Also, would a lab draw prove to be more accurated than the urince specimen. thank you. | 257,129 | hi,thanx for query.As your daughter did not take her pills properly and she had irregular menses ,ispite of that she can be pregnant.plz get doctors advice and get b hcg test done to confirm pregnancy.a full pelvic scan by agynaecologist and blood work up is required.it might be case of ectopic pregnancy too.plz get help byee. | Missed taking pill. Chances of getting pregnant? |
My girlfriend took an i-pill after 18 hours of unprotected sex. I didn't ejaculate inside her but still she took the pill for preventive measures. Her periods were due to start 7-9 days after sex. She got her period but it lasted for only 2 days. As well as the bleeding was very light comparing to her normal periods.Can consuming an i-pill for the first time cause irregularity in periods? What can be the effects of it on periods? Can the bleeding in the periods after taking the pill be relatively light? | 257,130 | hi thanks for your queryyes consuming an i- pill any time can cause irregularity in cycle.most of the time it causes delay in periods.usually does not affect the amount of bleeding . first rule out pregnancy by urine pregnancy test if no pregnancy then tell her to keep menstrual chart and use a good contraceptivealso .if again decreased flow then she needs hormonal evaluation .as decrease in flow could be due to others reasons as thyroid disorder ,hyperprolactinemia wt loss ,stress, | Had unprotected sex while missed pills, breast muscles sore and tender, tiredness. What could it be ? |
Gud day, my ob prescribed me daphne contra. Pill because iam still breastfeeding, I am new in using a pill I started the 1st tab 8 days ago,my ob told me that I will not have a period for the whole 28 days of taking the pill,and yet I have a bleeding this early in the morning, is it ok? Is it just a side effect, I'm quite worried because she told me I won't hav my period. Pls answer me it makes me paranoid, my 2nd baby is just 4 months old. I don't want to be preg. Again. | 257,131 | Hi, Thank you for choosing Healthcaremagic. Daphane is progesterone only pill, which is safe during breastfeeding. About your irregular bleeding, its better to confirm if you are pregnant or not. Kindly consult your obgy specialist.In case of any doubt, I will be available for follow ups. If you like my answer kindly rate my answer and write a review as well.Thank you,Wish you good health.Regards,Dr ArifYou can consult me again directly through my profilehttp://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-arif-n-khan/65133 | Took I-pill after unprotected sex. Had light period lasting 2 days. Advice? |
Hi.So over this weekend, I had unprotected sex when the condom broke Friday night (5 days) ago, so I took plan b the next day (saturday) since I had been off birth control for several months. That same saturday night I had sex again. Yesterday (Tuesday) when I was on the toilet, the condom fell out from saturday night (so it was inside me for 3 days). I freaked out since this has never happened to me and took 3 birth control pills (sprintec) that same day (Tuesday). Should I go get plan b today or am I fine? | 257,132 | Hi, Thanks for writing to us. The chances of pregnancy have always been there with unprotected sex. The chances of pregnancy are less in your case because you had plan-B after sex. Don't take so much pills and repeat pills because they already disturbed your cycle, you should wait till your next period will come. You should consult a gynaecologist for examination to rule out any infection because of the condom. Good luck. Take care. | Is it safe to take pill while breastfeeding? Will there be bleeding after taking pill? |
Hello, im 17 & i started using the birth control patch Ortho Evra to regulate my irregular period. I started yesterday & ive been on it for two days now & i have been feeling nauseous and with strong back pain that i cant stand or sit for a long period of time. Is this normal to have strong back pain from this birth control? I havent had my period in 2 months so my doctor proscribed hormonal birth control to help my system i hope i can have a regular period soon. Any thoughts if this is normal?? | 257,133 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Ortho Evra is a transdermal patch containing more amount of estrogen than the regular contraceptive pills, increasing the risk of estrogen related side effects. Such side effect depends upon the amount of estrogen absorbed from the patch and it varies in each individual. In fact an FDA advisory warns of a potential risk of increased thromboembolism in those with higher absorption rate. If your inability to stand for a long time is due to severe calf pain, you should rule out deep vein thrombosis, although such a risk rarely occurs within 2 days. Back pain may also be due to other causes. Higher estrogen levels often results in nausea. Probably, your rate of absorption of hormones from the patch is high. Transdermal patches are much more convenient than the OCP, which needs to be taken at the same time daily, posing a problem for young girls like you and may be that's why Ortho Evra has been prescribed for you. But since you are having severe back pain, nausea and inability to sit or stand, you should consult your treating Dr. to find out if it is safe to continue Ortho Evra.I hope this is useful to you. | Had unprotected sex a number of times. Took plan B the next day. Will there be any problem still? |
Hello dr, I'm getting married in 2 months and i started taking yaz 3 days ago as an ocp.. But i heard from some friends that it causes sudden death because of increases the risk of thrombosis and embolisms more than other ocps, so they suggested to switch to belara and i have already taken 3 tabs till today. So is it right and what should i do ? I'm 26 years old | 257,134 | Hello,Yes ,you are right.Your concerns regarding YAZ are genuine.YAZ is fourth generation OCP and most of its increased side effects are due to the presence of synthetic progestin in it called as DROSPIRENON.Studies done in 2011 showed that Yaz had an increased risk of blood clots, including the FDA’s study that showed a 74 percent increased risk in YAZ users when compared to other oral contraceptives.While all birth control pills carry a risk of blood clots, or venous thromboembolism, the risk from drospirenone is significantly higher, according to some studies. YAZ has also been linked to deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clot that forms in a vein deep in the body, typically the legs. Once a blood clot forms, it can break off and travel to various places in the body, including the brain and lungs.You may talk and discuss with your doctor regarding the use of OCP in yourself.Thanks | Nausea, back pain, irregular periods. Taking birth control pill. Normal? |
Hi! I'm not on birth control and I had sex last night and the condom broke and I'm really scared now. I took 6 of my old birth control pills I had left over because I don't want to be pregnant. Will this help? I don't have enough money for the morning after pill and someone told me taking so many of my old birth control pills will help. | 257,135 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Since you say that the 6 pills are 'your' old birth control pills, I presume that you are aware if they are hormonal pills or sugar pills. Also it is highly improper to take all 6 tablets at the same time as they may result in side effects and also can "delay" your periods causing more anxiety. The morning after pills contain mainly progesterone at a high dose whereas the birth control pills contain both estrogen and progesterone and so both are different in action.It is doubtful to say if the pills will be effective as you have not mentioned how old they are. If they are too old then the hormonal effect may not be there. Even if it is successful this time please do not repeat such practice again as it is harmful.I hope this is useful to you. | Taking yaz 3 as OCP. Does this cause risk of thrombosis and embolisms more than other OCPs? |
I have the mirena iud, had it over 9 months now. I got a period at first but as months went on it seemed to go away, only maybe getting a very lite one every two months. All of a sudden my breast were feeling sore and swollen,followed by cramping and bloating. As what I thought might be my period coming on, still two almost 3 weeks since it started still no period. Have taken a few home pt and negative. The cramping has not gone away. I go tomorrow for blood test because im suppose to be getting my tubes tied next month. I just keep thinking I'm pregnant. I just had a small thick order less snot mucus discharge. Does this mean I am pregnant? | 257,136 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Mirena IUD contains progesterone. It releases progesterone slowly for a period of 5 years. Ammenorrhea (absence of period), bloating, breast tenderness and abdominal cramps are all due to the progesterone released from mirena. Absence of periods indicate that the progesterone level in your body is high and that may be the reason for the side effects. Though mirena releases progesterone, it does not suppress the regular synthesis of progesterone from ovaries and that may be the reason for the elevated level of progesterone.Withdrawal bleeding will occur only when the level of progesterone comes down. Progesterone will prevent the implantation of fertilized ovum in the uterus. Also, an IUD serves as a foreign body in uterus and prevents pregnancy and so the chances of pregnancy are minimal with mirena. You are anxious about conception because of absence of periods. Although the failure rate of mirena is only 0.1 to 0.4%, it is better to rule out pregnancy through blood test as you have decided because that will relieve your anxiety.I hope this is useful to you. | Had unsafe sex. Taken excessive amount of birth control. Will it prevent pregnancy? |
I have been on the depro Vera shot for a little under a year when I first started it I had some minor bleeding for a while but it stopped and my periods stopped also I haven't had any periods or spotting in 5 month until today after an argument I began bleeding it was short and heavy it concerns me because it was so random | 257,137 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Alteration in period cycle, heavy bleeding or minimal flow after a depot provera shot are common. Depending upon the individual, progesterone in the depot preparation can result in either too much or too little flow. Also the menstrual cycle will be erratic and that's why it is not suitable in young girls.Progesterone can also result in mood swings. Premenstrual tension may the reason for your emotional outburst. However, the failure rate of progesterone depot is minimal and it is very effective in preventing the conception. But if the flow is too heavy, then you should consult a gynecologist.I hope this is useful to you. | On mirena iud. Irregular periods, sore and swollen breasts, bloating, cramping with thick snot mucus discharge. Possible pregnancy? |
hey. I got on nexplanon birth control in mid November last year. and my last period was in the end of December. I am experiencing cramping in lower abdomen, clearish white gooey discharge(no smell) weight gain but only in my lower abdomen area. I had brown gooey discharge almost 2 months ago drs thought I was just gonnastart my period but never did. my stomach cramping gets worse and worse and I don't know what to do. I've take multiple preg test and all look like neg. please help! thanks in advance | 257,138 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Your symptoms may either be due to pelvic inflammatory disease or bacterial vaginosis. Birth control pills can result in irregular menstrual flow or complete absence of period after stopping them, they may not result in abdominal cramps and discharge.. The increase in weight in your lower abdomen area may be due thickening of endometrium that is common in delayed periods. Multiple negative pregnancy tests does not necessarily indicate absence of conception as the reliability of home pregnancy tests varies unless you do it meticulously. So, it is always safer to exclude pregnancy through blood tests or through physical examination by a Dr. You should consult a gynecologist to confirm the diagnosis and to rule out pregnancy. You may need antibiotics or anti fungal agents depending upon the type of infection.I hope this is useful to you. | On Depro Vera shot. Periods had stopped. Started bleeding heavily. Reason? |
I have been taking ortho tri cycles for over 10 years, recently on my third week, I missed 2 pills, which was the Thursday and Friday, on sat morning, when I noticed, I took the 2 missed pills right away, so I did not take any more pill on sat at my regular time, on Sunday I took sat. Pill and Sunday pill, I should get my period yesterday, ( wed) but till now it still did not happen, am I ok? | 257,139 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Ortho tri cyclen contains same amount of estrogen in all 21 pills but varying doses of progesterone for every 7 tab (so called tri cyclen). For effective action, OCP should be taken at the same time every day. If you miss one pill, you should take two pills the next day at the usual time. If you miss more then 2 pills as in your case, you should discontinue the pack, go in for some other alternative method and start the next pack after you get regular period. The last 7 pills contain more amount of progesterone. So, the reason for your delayed period may either be due to increased level of progesterone or may be failure of contraceptive protection and it is too early to come to any conclusion now. So, wait for a week and still if you don't get withdrawal bleeding, then consult a gynecologist or rule out pregnancy through home pregnancy test.I hope this is useful to you. | Taking Nexplanon. Abdominal cramps, white discharge, abdominal weight gain. Negative pregnancy test. Help |
Hi, I am 25 years old. In january I took depo for the first time. Almost immediately after I began experiencing something like pre-menstrual cramps. Since about mid february I have been alternating between bleeding and having a brown discharge. Also, my breast have been very tender and I find myself very exhausted. I have discontinued the depo. What is happening to me!? | 257,140 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.You are experiencing the side effect of depot preparation. Depot medroxy progesterone preparation can result in either irregular and heavy bleeding or absence of bleeding. Progesterone can also result in breast tenderness, abdominal cramps, bloating and depression.It will take some more time for your periods to get regularized although you have discontinued depot preparation. Do not worry. Your symptoms will subside slowly in due course of time when the after effects of progesterone depot preparation wanes off. If they continue in the same manner even after 2 months, you should consult a gynecologist and get examined thoroughly.I hope this is useful to you. | Taking Ortho tri cycles. Missed pills. No period. Am I okay? |
Hi, I recently went to the doctors and my mirena string could not my found. He used his finger could not find it, he like used the inserted and his finger still no sign, after that he used the light to look inside and was still unable to find it. I have been having unprotected sex with my husband thinking everything was okay. I am now experiencing cramping, shooting pain up my private, chronic lower back pain. light brown discharge. I also have headaches. Worse then usual. I am unsure what is going on. The doctor is sending me for an ultrasound.. but its a week away. My mind is in a thousand places. | 257,141 | Hi, Thanks for writing to us. Your minera thread is not find out may be minera is misplaced from the site, only ultrasound can confirm wheather it is displaced or not. The chances of pregnancy have always been there with unprotected sex so if minera is displaced from site chances of pregnancy in your case is also there. Good luck. Take care. | Experiencing pre-menstrual like cramps after depo shot, brown discharge, tender breasts. Is it normal ? |
hello doctor last night used condom during sexual intercourse with my gf but found that the condom had broken inside her vagina and i had also ejaculated inside her. she took the e72 pill within 12 hours. is it still possible for her to get preganant and also is it safe to take an ipill? she has taken onlly one tablet from the 2 of e72 pill. the next one is recommended to be taken within next 12 to 24 hours. is ipill recommended? | 257,142 | Hi, Thanks for writing to us. The chances of pregnancy have always been there with unprotected sexual intercourse. In your case chances of pregnancy are less because she had I-pill with in time but chances are still there because it is 95% effective. You can consult with a gynaecologist for urine, blood test and ultrasonography to rule out pregnancy. Good luck. Take care. | Unable to find mirena string by doctor. Due for ultrasound. Been having unprotected sex. Cramping, pain vagina and back with brown discharge. Guide |
Hello.Looking for possible answers on why I am experiencing a Strong Metallic urine smell. I have a copper IUD, put in 7 years ago.I am a healthy 30 year old woman, and excercise everyday. I drink lots of water, dont smoke nor drink alcohol much.I do not have children and presently having my period - which is dark and pretty normal flow. Thoughts? | 257,143 | HelloThanks for visiting healthcaremagicThere is no relation for the metalic urine voided and implanted. Cu T . So. Need not have panic.Kindly do urine examination. | Had sex and condom broke. Took E72 pill. Is pregnancy still possible? |
hi i was taking micronor after giving birth in all ive had 3 children can micronor make my boobs disappear i stopped taking them for about a year and now my doctor gave them back to me but i got no boobs i went from a normal size bust to nuffin theres nuffin there just a little lump with nuffin in side them could this be the pills or is it having 3 children they are not saggin put when i lean forword they just hang because theres nothing in side them is there any thing i can take or do to get them normal again | 257,144 | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The birth control pills do show a different effect on the breast size. It can both increase or decrease the size of the breast. If there is a major change in the size then you can consider changing your birth control pill.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Rakhi-Tayal Regards, Dr. RakhiTayal [email protected] | Experiencing strong metallic urine smell, on Cu IUD. Why ? |
Hi good day,I have been taking pills irregularly because I forget sometimes. The last time my menstruation is very early and now I am delayed for two weeks. Can I conclude that I am pregnant? And if I am is there a possibility to post phone my pregnancy? What is the best thing to do to post phone my pregnancy? Can I buy over the counter medicines? PLease help me..... | 257,145 | Hello,thanks for using health care magicIrregular in take of contraceptive pills is the number one reason for failure when using contraceptive pills. Pills are hormone based and irregular intake creates hormone disequilibrium that could account for the irregularities in your menses. It is also possible that the irregularity is due to a pregnancy. However, only a pregnancy test with early morning urine taken after the expected date of menses could clarify if there is a pregnancy or not.If the pregnancy is already there, it will be unfortunate for you because it can not be postponed. Pregnancy can only be postponed by effective use of contraceptive you have not been using effectively. Hope this helps you.Best regards Dr Achuo | Loss of breasts size. Was taking micronor. Should I discontinue? |
genital-genital rubbing took place last night with my bf but there was no ejaculatory fluid or penetration that occurred. I was on my prime day of ovulation according to my cycle and I read debates on whether pre-ejaculatory fluid contains motile sperm- however he says this did not happen but it says sometimes guys don t notice...I am pretty paranoid and am debating getting a morning after pill/wondering if it is necessary. | 257,146 | Hi,Welcome to HCM,Thanks for posting query to this forum,It is unlikely to have pregnancy without penetrative sex but theoretically possible.According to you it occurred near ovulation period hence it is better to be safe than sorry so the morning after pill may be taken if it is with in 48 to 72 hours to avoid any chance of pregnancy.Remember it can cause withdrawal bleeding or irregular cycle you can also consult a Gynecologist for her expert advice.Remember to practice safe sex as sexually transmitted diseases and unwanted pregnancies are prevented.Hope this helps.Take care.Good Luck.Dr.Akhilesh Dubey M.D. | Taking pills irregularly, periods delayed. Am I pregnant ? |
hello doctor, good day! i would just like to have an advise. i had sex last night around 8pm. the condom was defective and i am very worried cause i am fertile this time. just wanna sure not to get pregnant. last month i took althea but i stopped cause i missed taking it. then now i found on the net that nordette s commonly used here in my country as a morning after pill.. 11;06am i took 4 white tablets (pfizer) then hopefully aftr 12 hours ill be taking another four tablets.. just want to ask if would that make any problem if i had taken althea last month then i switched to nordette? cause iim planning to have althea again on the first day of my next menstruation. would nordette help me not to get pregnant even though i used althea last month? please help me.. thanks.. | 257,147 | Hi,Thanks for the query.Possibly nordette will give protection as you are taking that within recommended time in sufficient dose.It may alter your menstrual cycle, as you are taking the high dose.Then after getting withdrawal bleeding, you can go for althea as adviced by your doctor.Usually these may not affect the action of each other as there is sufficient gap in between the usage of two.But better to avoid high dose pills using for emergency purpose and stick-on to regular pills.For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429Take care. | Had unprotected sex. Should I take pill to avoid pregnancy? |
My period came on the 17th of may, but it usually just los for 3 days, so I had unprotected sex on tuesday the 22nd of may. I took the emergency contraceptive in the time limit, but I took 4 pills in stead of two. Now on the 30th of may I am have menstrual cramps and my period is on again. Please let me know what is wrong. | 257,148 | Hi,Welcome to HCM,Your period came on 17 th of may and unprotected sex on 22 may as only 3 days after period is usually safe period but you took emergency contraceptive pill it is not advisable to take double dose it can cause hormonal imbalance.You took hormone pill in early phase hence you had withdrawal bleeding. Emergency contraceptive pills are hormone tablets and can cause irregular period.If there is any doubt it is better to visit a Gynecologist and get examined and if necessary get ultrasonography of abdomen to be sure any thing is not missed.Please practice safe sex as it prevents both unwanted pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases.Hope this helps you.take care.Good Luck.Dr.Akhilesh Dubey M.D. | Had unprotected sex. History of stopping althea last month. Can nordette be taken to avoid pregnancy? |
hello doctor my name is devika,for the first time i had intercourse and that was unsafe,so i took unwanted 72 the 3rd day,and then i i had protected sex after some days,i was very feared so i took regestrone tablets for four days 8 tablets. as im not used to these contraceptives but m suffering from feverish,weakness,...tender nipples, last i had periods on 28th and its nt yet there.are there any chances of pregnancy? when do i would be getting periods? | 257,149 | Hi,Welcome to HCM,After going through your history, you had unprotected sex and took emergency contraceptive on 3rd day you must understand these pills are effective if taken within time limit.Then you had protected sex,please do not take any hormone tablets by yourself like you have taken.Now you have missed period as expected date was 28 may you should consult a Gynecologist and get pregnancy test done with urine sample if it is negative, then your doctor may want to confirm with Beta HCG blood test and Ultrasonography.If positive test comes and you want to terminate medical or surgical procedure as per Gynecologist advice.If pregnancy is ruled out then you can wait for period to come other wise doctor may give prescription to regulate your cycles.Please practice safe sex it prevents unwanted pregnancy and also sexually transmitted diseases.Take care.Good Luck.Dr.A.Dubey M.D. | Unprotected sex, taken emergency contraceptive pills, menstrual cramps with periods. Whats wrong? |
I have been on Lo Loestrin FE for about 5 months and have been consistently getting normal periods on my inactive brown pills. When I finished the last pack, I got my period as planned, but about a week or two into the next packs active pills, I experienced brown discharge when I wiped and then sometimes it was slightly red. It only lasted for a few days. I thought it was just normal breakthrough bleeding, so i didn't think anything of it. But now I am on my inactive pills for this months pack and have not had my period yet. Any reason for this? | 257,150 | Hi,Thanks for the query.Contraceptive pill scan cause menstrual irregularity as a side effect.And it can occur in different forms like inter-menstrual spotting, breakthrough bleeding and also amenorrhea.Some women may have amenorrhea for months while being on pills.So if you used the pills correctly as per the schedule, no need to worry.Continue the pills as usual.For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429Take care. | Taken unwanted 72 after unprotected sex. Taken Regestrone. Fever, weakness, tender nipples. Pregnant? |
hello i am on birth control pills for months and last month i only had spotting and crampts and vomiting and back pain with sore breast but i tested negative on 2 pregnancy test? I have already been pregnant while taking birth control and i miscarried last year around this time, Do you think I could possibly be pregnant? I have a lot of the same symptoms. | 257,151 | Hi, Thanks for writing to us. The chances of pregnancy are very rare when you are taking birth control pills regularly but chances are still there. You may consult a gynaecologist for urine, blood test and ultrasonography to rule out pregnancy. Good luck. Take care. | Taking Lo Loestrin FE. Brown discharge. No period while taking inactive pills. Reason? |
had an ectopic pregnancy after using depo for five years, once treated, i was able to conceive and got a baby boy who is now five years, immediately after his birth i went back to depo, and now it has been nine months since i stopped depo, though my periods are regular, taking 24 days cycle, when am i expected to conceive? | 257,152 | Hi, Thanks for writing to us. The chances of ectopic pregnancy are increased with the use of the depot. The fertility is immediately attaining after stopping depot injections, so you should consult a gynaecologist for your examination and ultrasonography to rule out any problem. Good luck. Take care. | On birth control. Spotting, cramps, vomiting, sore breasts. History of pregnancy while on birth control. Possible pregnancy? |
Hi Dr I started duromines 15mg a week ago and I am on the pill contraceptive. I started experiencing stomach cramps for 5 mins and I bled for an hour but then my periods disappeared I am on the white pills which is my expected periods time. I am worried why my periods have disappeared, what could be the reason for this be?Thanks Mittie | 257,153 | Hi there ~I understand your concerns. It seems like you started a drug or medication and since then you have been having problems with stomach cramps, bleeding, and others. While it is common to have these side effects when you switch birth control pills, it is not going to have a great impact on your future pregnancies. The reason for disappearance of your periods is that your uterus might be maintained in a certain phase of the menstrual cycle not reaching menses itself.I hope you visit with a gynecologist if you are not comfortable with your current contraceptive method. I hope this helps. Take care and have a lovely day! | Had ectopic pregnancy after the long use of depo shot. Future pregnancy risks? |
Good day! I am taking ovamit now for 3 months, during those months i am experiencing delay in my menstruation. On my first month i was delay 7 days, on the second I was delay 1 day and now i am delay for 3 days. Is this normal? Before I have a 28 or 30 days cycle but now, it seems that I had it irregular. I already take a pregnancy test but the result is negative. Is the delay on my cycle normal? | 257,154 | Hello,Thanks for visiting healthcaremagic,Taking the oral contraceptive pills alter the hormonal level slightly which induces irregular menstration cycle. So need not worry about this. | Stomach cramps, bleeding, stopped periods while taking birth control. Worried |
Hello, I just finished my period on Sunday- 2 days ago I had copper coil fitted today and bleeding started again as if its my second day of period , I also feel sick i have cramps and have bedn taking paracetamol i also feel as if something is moving inside my uterus. Is this all normal? Ps I had 2 pregnancies and 1 baby - he is now 7 months old- this was a forcep delivery. Please help, I look forward to your reply | 257,155 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Copper T is generally inserted during on soon after menstruation. Spotting and increase in flow is common and experienced by 2 to 10% of women after insertion of copper T. It is felt as a foreign body by the uterus and it increases the uterine contraction and that is the reason for your pain and bleeding. The acceptance rate of copper T in women varies and so do not worry. Feel for the thread to be sure that it is in place. Paracetamol may help but if pain is very severe and unbearable and if bleeding is heavy, or if the thread is not in place, then you should consult your gynecologist. X-Ray or ultrasound will help to rule out complications like perforation or expulsion.I hope this is useful to you. | Delayed menstruation when taking Ovamit. Negative pregnancy test. Normal? |
I sort of regularly forget my birth control, like a lot. I'm not sexually active, so that isn't a concern, but today I'm having stomach pains and my head hurts a bit, and I just feel nauseous. Could this be the missed birth control? Is that a serious problem, or will I be okay if I just start making sure that I always take it on time? | 257,156 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.The main problem of failure in taking the OCPs is unwanted pregnancy and this does not normally cause the symptoms you mention unless you have taken more than two pills the previous day to compensate for the missed pills as your symptoms are suggestive of progesterone excess. Since the OCP are hormonal pills, they need to be taken properly otherwise they may result in unnecessary hormonal imbalance.You should take the pills regularly and that too on the dot in the same time. If you miss the pill one day, you can compensate by taking two pills on the next day. But if you miss more than 2 pills, you should discontinue that pack and opt for some other contraceptive method till you get your next menstrual cycle. Although your symptoms are not a serious, if it continues you should visit your treating Dr. Try to take the pills regularly in future to avoid such problems.I hope this is useful to you. | Had copper coil fitted. Bleeding, cramps, feeling movement. Taking Paracetamol. Normal? |
I have been on the birth control Kelnor 1/35 for a few years now and it has work great. Just this past month, my doctor without telling me put me on Zovia 1/35. I read that these two are 'similar' but I am now noticing my thoughts upsetting me, over thinking, and thinking my feelings have changed for someone or something when just a week ago when I first took this new pill, I was fine. This does not feel like myself and I am becoming very overwhelmed and upset. Do you think it is because of the switch? | 257,157 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Both Kelnor and Zovia contain equal amounts of Ethinodiol diacetate and Ethinyl estradiol. The acceptability of oral contraceptive preparations in various individuals differ from each other. Therapeutically both preparations are found to be equally effective. According to surveys conducted, the order of side effects reported by people using Kelnor 35 is nausea, bloating, anxiety, breast pain and depression whereas for Zovia 35 the order is depression, anxiety, bloating, dizziness and breast pain. Since both are hormonal preparations, these side effects are expected. The symptoms of depression you have, is suggestive of zovia. Although it takes some time for a person to get adjusted to any new preparation of medication when you switch over from one brand to the other, if these symptoms continue or become severe, then you should consult your treating Dr. You can opt for Kelnor again but do not change the pills without consulting your Dr. I hope this is useful to you. | Stomach pain, headache, nause. Due to missed birth control? |
Hi Dr ,i start taking at the same da yof my priod start BC For 3days in the name of stoping my priod for same days,and it delay for 2 days and After that my prriod came heavy and more than befor normally it comes for just 3days only but now up to 5 days and everyday the blood is coming more am so worried about it can u advice me what to do | 257,158 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Most of the OCP preparations contain both estrogen and progesterone. For postponement of period only progesterone preparations are given and the combination with estrogen is not suitable. Also progesterone is effective only if taken atleast 3 days before the expected date of periods and not when taken on the day of periods.In a normal menstrual cycle, the level of hormones fall just before the onset of periods. But since you took the pills the increase in hormones level would have prevented the onset of period for a short time. Now you are experiencing a heavy period because of the pills.If the flow does not reduce or stop in another 2 days you should consult a gynecologist for further follow up. In future do not indulge in self medication as that will do more harm than good.I hope this is useful to you. | Feeling upset after switching from kelnor to zovia. What to do? |
I started the depo shot june 2012, i had my lost shot dec 13 2012. I didnt have a period the whole time i was on the shot. I started my period jan 2013 had regular periods after that. Well recently on april 20 2013 i started my regular period, stopped bleeding on april 27 2013. I then started bleeding again on may 4 2013. A week after stopping. What could be causing this??? If age matters i am 23 years old | 257,159 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Although highly effective, Depot progesterone is not suitable for young girls like you as it can either cause irregular bleeding, excessive bleeding or absence of regular periods. These complications increase when you use it frequently as your case may be. Depot progesterone is indicated only for those who are most unlikely to use other contraceptives effectively.It appears that your cycles are disrupted. If the bleeding pattern continues to be irregular, you should consult a gynecologist for necessary guidance. Drugs like Tranexamic acid may be helpful but check with your Dr before you start any medication as it can be taken only after your Dr's advice.I hope this is useful to you. | Heavy bleeding after taking birth control pills. Advice? |
sir my name is chandan giri I need a help from u that I have two years kids & I am living far from my family I am going back to my home now I don't want any child this time so I want any medicine for my wife that I can stop coming child. Medicine which should be anti biotic & it should not be harmful for the health of my wife. | 257,160 | Hi,Welcome to HCM,Most safe and convenient is to go for oral contraceptive tablet.your wife has to take one tablet daily from contraceptive pack as mentioned on the pack.She should not miss the tablet.Consult your doctor and he will prescribe this tablet.This has no side effects and can continue for long time.Ok and bye. | On depo shot. Irregular periods. Reason? |
I took prostinor on the 4th of May which was two days days before my period ended. my period returned on the 18th of May and has not stopped since. The bleeding is really bad. theres a lot of clotting and dizziness nausea etc. I told my physician what was happening and he said that irregular bleeding is normal but I cant believe whats happening is normal. I'm weak and I'm certain that I'm anemic at this point. | 257,161 | Hello,Prostinor is an emergency contraceptive pill. Advised to take only once in a month.What was the necessity to take the pill on may 4th 2 days prior your last period ended. All the complaints you have may be due to the side effect of the hormone Prostinor (levonorgestrel). If you develop anemia it has to be corrected. Blood transfusion if necessary.if you have severe vomiting consult the Dr (once again) for dehydration and other problems. Symptomatic treatment can be taken consulting your Dr.Best wishes for you | Want medicine to prevent pregnancy without side effects |
on my third birth control patch ..never had spotting i put a new patch every friday and period always starts monday ..always ive been using BC for a year now ..i drank last night and this morning i saw blood and now alot of brown discharge or dried blood? ...getting lower abdomen pains by ovaries and lower back pain ..reason for concern: i've never had this problem | 257,162 | Hi ! Birth control means are not a hundred percent guarantee against conception. May be you conceived inbetween and also aborted without your knowledge which was probably incomplete. Now the brownish discharge what you are getting could be the after effects with some retained parts with resultant pains due the contraction of the uterus being irritated by the retained parts. I would suggest you to show yourself to a gynaecologist who after clinical examination may advise you for a urine pregnancy test, ba serum HCG, and an ultrasound abdomen to know the exact status to proceed further. I wish you an early recovery. Thanks. | Prolonged bleeding, clotting, dizziness, nausea after taking Postinor. Normal? |
Hi, i have taken Postinor 2 tablets (single dose) for three days somewhat consecutively i.e. First use was Saturday, second use was Tuesday and the third use was on Thursday. My questions are:-1) What are the chances of me still conceiving during this time although i took the tablets2) What are the effects on my womb/body from the consecutive use of the tablets?3) Would this overuse cause infertility? (i have taken the tablets quite frequently over the years) | 257,163 | Hi,I have a suggestion to make for you. If you are in need of the pill Postinor 2 quite often, then you rather take a contraceptive pill like Yaz or Microgynon on regular basis or go in for implanon insertion. It is easy and safe, and effective. You need to go for one implanon insertion just every 3 months.Coming to your answers:- The chances of you conceiving are almost nil.- The effects would be that there would be more of progesterone stimulation of the uterus and its lining. It could cause variation in the duration, days and amount of blood flow in your menstrual cycle.- As such, the pill does not cause infertility.I hope you get to understand my thoughts and think over it.Wish you good health. | Blood and brown discharge, pain in lower abdomen near ovaries and backpain. On third birth control patch. Suggest |
Hi sir. I am havig sex with my girl friend once in every month. I am giving unwanted 72 every time with in 72 hrs of time. By that she is geting perious every time 1 week before the regular. Is any problem of using like this and is any problems will cause in the future. Means that any permanent pregnency lost chances. Plase kindly answer for this qn. | 257,164 | Hello,Unwanted 72 pill itself does not cause problem in future pregnancy or conceiving issue.But frequent use of that kind pill causes irregular period with impairment of normal ovulation. So it may cause delaying in pregnancy or conceiving problem. For natural conception, period must be regular.Here she can take combined OCP monthly basis instead of frequent emergency pill. Combined OCP gives highest protection (99.9%) against pregnancy with regularization of period.Next, when you will try for baby, all kind of contraceptive methods are to be stopped for at least 1-2 months to regain fertility.Hope it helps for you. Good luck. | Intake of postinor 2 tablets on consecutive days for a week. Side effects or possible pregnancy? |
Hello doctor, I have had unprotected sex the night before last night, I took an ipill right after that. Let me mention that today is 14 days from the day I started this month menstrual cycle. Today I had unprotected sex again but I dont want to take ipill again because of its harmful effects. Can you help me regarding this because its an emergency case and I dont want to get pregnant. Thankssss | 257,165 | hello my dear, today is probably the day with highest chance of getting pregnant, so you must take the pill within 72hours to prevent an unwanted pregnancy. don't forget its always better you avoid unprotected sexual intercourse in order not only to avoid unwanted pregnancies, but also STI's. thanks | Will frequent use of unwanted 72 cause any problem in future pregnancy? |
This morning I had a cup of coffee and took my mini pill, I then went to the toilet and emptied bowels. Within 5 minutes I had severe stomach pains and started to feel unwell , I laid down where then I started to sweat all over, I was in extreme pain . My fingers started to feel numb and this spread up to my wrists. I took two pain killers and tried to eat a biscuit , I was told to sit up and after twenty minutes in subsided although all day I haven't felt right have had no more pains or numbness. | 257,166 | hello, mild dyscomfort are common when taking pills. besides many other pathologies could explain your syptomatology. so, please i think if your symptoms persist or recur, you should see a doctor for investigations. thanks. | Had unprotected sex. Is it safe to take i-pill frequently? |
Hi I'm on the mirena but I have been peeing a lot lately, sick, cramping and depressed. I'm sexually active (have a daughter) and I'm eating only when I want to. The last time I had a real period was before I got pregnant (march 2012) and I stopped bleeding in April. My urine doesn't have a smell && I'm discharging and bleeding every once in the blue moon. What does it mean ?? :( | 257,167 | hi, frequency of micturation indicates possibility of urinary infection.I would suggest urine examination & a course of medicines if needed. if you have pain in lower abdomen along with vaginal dischargee-an internal check up by a gynac is adviced to rule out vaginal infection.-with Mirena vaginal infection should better be avoided. Please take care. | Severe abdominal pain and sweating after taking mini pill. Numbness in the fingers spreading to wrists. What is happening? |
Hi. I am 32 yrs. old, i am planning to take nordette pfizer today but i am scared something might get wrong bcoz i don' t know the right dosage of intake. Last saturday night, may 25 at 11 pm me and my husband had intercourse and i don' t want to get pregnant again and i want to be sure. I would like to ask the right intake of nordette. Thanks a lot. | 257,168 | HelloThanks for your query.You could definitely get pregnant, as you have gone all wrong with the pills.Nordette is ABSOLUTELY not supposed to be used the way you have used it.Also, ECP use indiscriminately will cause various complications to you.ECP is emergency contraception and NOT at all a substitute for regular contraceptive use.Please take a pregnancy test, although ECP does tend to delay periods.Byee | On mirena. frequent urination, cramping and depressed. Irregular periods. Need help |
35yers old I have 2yrs 7month boy is their i am taken unwounted I-pill tablet in a 2 1/2 yrs 5times if i want's 2nd baby geeting any prlm and i am geeting anly side effect from i pill kindly help me becuase i need 2nd baby so i am very worried ge me the solucation Thannking Mrs Roopa | 257,169 | Hello,thanks for using health care magicIpill is a progesterone based medication and it is effective in preventing pregnancy when taken within the recommended time period of less than 72 hours following intercourse.Occasional in take of Ipill has no effect on fertility. However, persistent in take for years could suppress ovulation that would take a long time say up to six months and even above one year before coming back. With absence of ovulation, you will definitely be unable to get a pregnancy.Hope this helps you.Best regardsDr Achuo | What is the dosage of nordette pfizer? |
I am on implanon, it's been 4 yrs without my period. Yesterday something felt no right down there, irritated.. But not yeast infection, sex last night was very painful and never is. Today I woke up with heavy bleeding, cramping that feels like contractions and causes me to breathe heavy and pain in my back and legs. Is this just a period or am I having a miscarriage? | 257,170 | Hello,thanks for using health care magicImplanon is a progestin based hormonal contraceptives. The most common side effects are changes in menstrual patterns including absence of menses which is the case with you. Other possible side effects is the formation of clots that produce that produce severe pains in the location affected. The calf muscle and lungs are frequently being affected by clots and clot formation could be potentially dangerous and lethal. The risk of clot formation is even more in women with other risk factors such as obesity, cigarette smoking etc.Generally, it protects for a period of three years. After which the effectiveness is no longer guaranteed. Haven been on the implanon for over four years, the bleeding you experience could be due to a miscarriage or an abnormal bleeding related to implanon decrease.However, it is necessary to do a home pregnancy test to rule out pregnancy and to see a doctor to rule out a deep venous thrombosis ( clot).Best regards and hope this helps you.Dr Achuo | Took i-pills multiple times. Concerned about future pregnnacy |
I had a mirena coil fitted about 4weeks ago for about3weeks now my breasts have been really tender more than usual I have been having on and off bleeding which I under stan is normal ?? For the past two days I have terrible cramping lower abdominal area and lower back and I have passed two big blood clots and a few little ones today ??? | 257,171 | Hello,Mirena causes some amount of breakthrough bleeding and that what you are experiencing. It will take some time for the bleeding to reduce and eventually may stop after few years. These signs are all normal.If the bleeding is excess get some medication like tranexmic acid to help stop the bleeding. | On implanon. Missing periods, painful sex, cramping, pain in the back and legs. Miscarriage? |
Hi, I will be 38 this year. Last year I had the T loop inserted. Before my mensors was normal. I started with the 28th day and finish within 6 days maximum. After loop, on the 28th and 29th day, I will have brownish discharge then after that I will have little bit of bleeding then stop for a day then bleed heavy for 2 days and the rest of the days discharge (brown) and it takes me about 10 days to get clear. Afterwards I will have white discharge daily. I do have back pain at times. It is normal after loop insertion. | 257,172 | Hi,Thanks for the query.With intrauterine loop insertion, some amount menstrual irregularity can be seen.And also pelvic infection is some what common after loop insertion.So you once consult gynecologist and get examined to rule out any possibility of pelvic infection and take treatment accordingly.Then the intermittent spotting can subside soon, if your doctor suggets you can go for additional dose hormonal pills for few days.For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429Take care. | Tender breasts after mirena insertion. Irregular bleeding, cramping. Suggestions? |
I am currently taking Gildess FE 1/20 birth control pills, and I know some dietary supplements can affect the effectiveness of the pill. The dietary supplement I am taking is Herbalife, but just a powder that controls hunger, and I take it in the form of a fruit shake. I just don't know if this can affect my birth control pills. | 257,173 | which fruit shake ,timing of pill with shake is also imp some fruits like grape seeds etc interfere with the metabolism of drug also timing of taking pill plz read the information along the pills care fully | Brownish discharge after T-loop insertion. Have white discharge and back pain. Is it normal? |
, I am a 21 yr old female. I am in a committed relationship for 5 yrs. I have a couple of questions, Pls assist. 1. I would like to know what if iI and my partner have indulged in an unprotected sex ones every month ? And take ipill or unwanted after sex wat harms can i have using these pills regularly once a month? 2. My periods are regular. Infact i get them 3-4 days earlier than the previous time. But the flow I get is very light. My periods last for only 2 days that also not with a heavy flow. I experience bloting on 3 n 4 day. I would like to know does the flow of periods matter in future pregnanacy. Will I have probs conceiving as we plan to get maried next 3 year. 3. I and my partner had an unprotected intercoure on the 10th (sunday). I have taken an i pill on the 11th. I had previously taken an i pill last month. I would like to know whether taking an i pill in such time difference is safe or not? ALSO DOES I PILL OR UNWANTED 72 RESULT IN INFERTILITY LATER OR CAUSE COMPLICATIONS WHEN I WANT TO CONCEIVE. An early revert is appreciated! Thank you. | 257,174 | Hello,thanks for using health care magicIpill is a progesterone based medication and it is effective iin preventing pregnancy when taken within the recommended time period of less than 72 hours following intercourse.Ipill being a progesterone, has the potential of altering menstrual flow both by volume and duration. However, this is just temporally and gets regularized after a couple of cycles.Occasional in take of Ipill has no effect on fertility. However, persistent in take for years could suppress ovulation that would take a long time say up to six months and even above one year before coming back. With absence of ovulation, you will definitely be unable to get a pregnancy.Unprotected intercourse is a risk factor for sexually transmissible infections such as HIV, herpes, , hepatitis B virus and HPV which is associated with cervical cancer.Hope this helps you.Best regardsDr Achuo | Taking gildess for birth control pills. Will a dietary supplement change the effectiveness of the pill? |
Hi, I need some advice regarding the morning after pill. I have already taken one last Saturday after having unprotected sex. I have then had unprotected sex again last night. Can I taken the morning after pill again? I haven't had a proper cycle yet as recently had a planned child. So I don't know if the first morning after pill has work yet. please can you advice me. Thanks | 257,175 | Hi there ~I understand your concern. After having taken the morning after pill, it usually is the case that if you are in the period of ovulation, your chances of becoming pregnant go down to as low as nothing. However there is a slight chance with every contraceptive method that you might become pregnant, however small it might be. I hope this helps.Take care and have a lovely day! | Taking ipill, unwanted every month after sex. Periods have reduced to 2 days. Will this affect my future pregnancy? |
Hi! I have gained weight on my abdominal area due depo provera injections , Its been 6 months since I've discontinued and also tried had through all means such walking dieting yoga etc but it is not reducing also since I was on it I would not get my periods ,Till date I have't got them . I had My last depo provera shot in september last year 2012 | 257,176 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.The return of menstruation after a progesterone injection like Depo Provera is usually delayed. The cycles take many months to normalize and sometimes there may be complete suppression of periods.The increase of weight in the abdominal area is due to bulky uterus. Normally during period, the endometrial cells of uterus proliferate (multiply) resulting in thickening of endometrium (inner lining of uterus) due to the action of estrogen. When menstruation starts this endometrium is shed out as clots and the uterus reverts back to the normal size.Since you have not got the periods, the thickened endometrium has resulted in bulky uterus. Also the hormonal imbalance due to absent period has added to your problem of weight gain. An ultrasound of uterus will reveal the size of uterus and the the endometrial thickening. Since endometrial proliferation can be either simple or can result in problems like cancer, you should visit a gynecologist for a proper evaluation and to rule out problems like cancer.I hope this is useful. | Taken morning pill after unprotected sex. Use pill whenever unprotected sex? |
Hi I have been taking Yaz however I have not changed to lavlin . I'm not sure where to start my last Yaz pill was Friday and I would normally start again on Wednesday (4 day sugar pill). Should I be starting lavlin on Wednesday or take the sugar pills Wednesday Thurs and Friday as per there packet (7 day sugar pill) and start on Saturday | 257,177 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Yaz contains 28 (24+4) pills with 24 active and 4 sugar pills and Levlin has 28 (21+7) 21 active and 7 non hormonal pills. Since you are already on Yaz and the sugar pills get over on tuesday, you should start the active pills of Levlin from wednesday.The small beige coloured pills in Levlin pack are the hormonal pills and the large white coloured pills are the non hormonal pills. You should start with the small hormonal pill on wednesday. Once the 21 hormonal pills get over, the non hormonal white pills can be taken and during this time you will get your menstrual cycle. Levlin is a low dose hormonal pill. In case you have doubt about the identification of the hormonal pills in the pack, you should seek the help of your treating Dr, otherwise, if you start with the wrong pill, there may be a contraceptive failure.I hope this is useful. | Severe weight gain on the abdominal area due to depo provera injection. Not getting regular periods. What to do? |
Hi Doctor.I had Copper T after giving birth to my baby boy. I have experienced brown /black discharge ,and irregular periods. I have consulted Gynaecologist and taken blood and Hormone test. Reports were fine , but due to discharged doctor advised to remove copper T.And it has been removed but after 14days of my periods i am experiencing black discharge for 5 days again. why this is happening , now i don`t have Copper T in my body.? | 257,178 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Irregular periods and brown discharge are some of the drawbacks of copper T and occur during the first 3 to 6 months of copper T insertion. Although copper T is only a non hormonal IUCD, the periods take some time to get regularized after its removal. Your bleeding could be due to inter menstrual bleeding. But brown discharge can also be due to vaginal infection or pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). If the brown discharge/bleeding continues or if it is accompanied by pain and fever, then it indicates PID and you should consult your treating Dr. for further evaluation.Also, you have not mentioned if you are using any other contraceptive method. If you are using none, and if you are sexually active, then the brown discharge could be due to implantation bleeding. Usually the implantation bleeding occurs to a maximum period of only for 2 to 3 days but rarely can extend more than that. You can rule out pregnancy through home kits.I hope this is useful to you. | Need instructions on taking the birth control pills |
I had a Mirena IUD inserted a month ago. I have bled everday since insertion, from light spotting to heavy bleeding. The more physically active I am the more heavily I bleed and the more pain I have pain every I can only associate with the IUD because it was not present until the IUD was inserted. I have pain while active and while at rest. Should I have it removed or is there potentially something wrong with it? | 257,179 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Mirena contains Levonorgestrel, a progesterone that is released slowly, daily for a period of five years. One of the main problems of IUCD like Mirena is inter menstrual bleeding in the initial 3 to 6 months. Progesterone results in spotting, vaginal discharge, abdominal pain. mood changes and bloating sensation. But these symptoms wane off after few months as the body gets adopted to the effects of progesterone and the hormonal imbalance due to Mirena.IUCDs can result in vaginal infection or pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) which will also present with similar symptoms of pain, discharge and spotting. If the spotting and abdominal pain persists or if it worsens, then you should consult your treating Dr. to rule out PID.I hope this is useful to you. | Copper T removed after having black discharge and irregular periods. Symptoms persisting. Why? |
I received a birth control shot about a month ago because I am sexually active and don't want to become pregnant. The doctor had told me that there would hardly be any blood with periods and the cramps would almost be nonexistent. All of yesterday I had horrible cramps, the blood was a bit darker than usual, and there was what looked like a piece of skin with the blood. This has never happened to me before, and I was wondering what it could be. | 257,180 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.The main mechanism by which an hormonal injection acts is through suppression of ovulation. An ovulatory cycles are painless and that's why your Dr has said so. Generally it takes some time for the hormones to act as they are administered externally and the body takes some time to get adjusted to this hormonal imbalance. So, they may not be effective in preventing the ovulation in the very first month. If the ovulation has occurred already, then hormone injection will not prevent the fertilization but will certainly prevent the implantation. The tissue you saw could have been the expelled fertilized ovum. Also heavy bleeding and delayed periods are common in the initial few months. If your period had been a little delayed following the hormone shot, then the tissue could be endometrium which is thickened when there is delayed period. If the bleeding persists and if you pass a lot of clots, then you should seek your treating Dr's opinion. Otherwise, the heavy bleeding may be because of the hormonal imbalance due to the injection. I hope this is useful to you. | Had Mirena IUD inserted, have bleeding everyday, spotting, painful. What is wrong with it? |
I started low dose birth control on Friday May 4th. It was the first day I had blood spotting for my expected menstrual cycle. I have taken the pill every day since at almost the exact same time. And I have not had sex or any physical contact with any men at all during this time.My period was unusually light for an entire week. I thought maybe this was a result of the pill. But now it is 15 days later and my period is still going. Today was the heaviest day yet. Can this be because of the pill? I should probably mention that I am overweight (5ft 3.5 inches 209 lb). I have an appointment with my doctor on 5/30 but now I'm getting concerned. | 257,181 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Light or heavy flow, delayed or frequent period, irregular period, spotting and bleeding between period are all the different types of effects of OCP seen in various people in the initial few months. It will take 3 to 6 months for the period to get regularized after starting the pills as you are taking a low dose birth control pill.Although you are not sexually active, you should continue the pills irrespective of the bleeding after the permitted gap for menstrual period. The bleeding will be controlled when the hormonal level increases if the pills are taken regularly.Obesity with light period may indicate PCOD. The OCPs can result in weight gain in the long run and so you should reduce your weight. Since the bleeding has increased and is persistent, it is wise to consult the Dr. A combination of drugs like Mafenamic acid and Tranexamic acid will help to control the bleeding. Your treating Dr will know about these drugs.I hope this is useful to you. | Dark spotting and abdominal cramping after having birth control shot. Worried |
i am recently married, i have open sexbefore one day of my wife period, so i ahve given i pill to avoid pregnency, it creates extra bleeding till 5 days, after completion of period we have again open sex, again i have given ipill, after taking i pill now it abt 3 days, agaiin bleeding start, i am worried why this bleeding happens.plz suggest | 257,182 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.i pill is not a substitute for regular contraceptive and should be used only as an emergency measure for accidental/ unplanned exposure. It contains high dose of progesterone and results in withdrawal bleeding within a week of taking the pill and that is the reason for the bleeding every time after taking the pill. Your wife should not use it so frequently as it can result in many serious complications like breast cancer if used too frequently. If you don't want her to conceive then you should opt for regular contraceptive method like oral contraceptive pills.A duration of one week from the first day of period is relatively safe period. Similarly one week before the expected date of period is safe. The ovulation occurs only 14 days before the onset of period and a period of one week on either side of it are safe. But this is a very crude method of calculating the safe period and may result in unwanted pregnancy if not calculated properly. Also during the initial months of marriage, the periods may be irregular due to both emotional and physiological factors. Hence it is wise to start a regular contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy after consulting your treating Dr.I hope this is useful to you. | On birth control, unusually light period, overweight. What is going on? |
Hi there doctor I am very confused at the moment :( about 15 days ago I had un protected sex. I took the emergency morning after pill. I feel very sick since but I did get a very light bleed for four days. I don't know if that was my period or not. I did take home pregency test a d it was negative. By lately I have a been very nausea I have had awful bad discomfort in my belly and I am very very nausea and very tired. Also I have been getting dizzy spells. I am very worried. I can't lie on my stomach as it hurts so so much. Please help | 257,183 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Your symptoms of nausea, abdominal cramps and tiredness may be due to the high level of progesterone in the pill rather than pregnancy because severe abdominal pain in early stage of pregnancy is uncommon. Emergency pill or morning after pill is effective if it is taken within 72 hours after an unprotected sex. If the ovulation has already occurred then the morning after pill will not interfere with fertilization but will interfere with implantation of the fertilized ovum. Since you have got withdrawal bleeding, the chances of pregnancy is minimal. Although the failure rate is less than 10% you should still rule out pregnancy through blood test which is more accurate than the urine test. If found positive then you should consult your treating Dr. about further course of action. In future, if you don't want to conceive but want to be sexually active, then you should opt for a proper method of contraception like OCP.I hope this is useful to you. | Frequent use of i pill. Severe bleeding. Why? |
Hi i been on nuva ring for 3 weeks noe and i took it off just today because ive had not spotting but blending alot and when i took it off it was dark almos black blood and it had a strong smell .. And then i passes two big flesh .. To be exact it lookt like chichen breast when u thinly cut it and really rubbery im sure it was skinn and it happend again 5min ago what is it.. | 257,184 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Nuva ring contains both estrogen and progesterone like the OCP. If you have used it for first time, then it would not have prevented the ovulation and the subsequent fertilization but it would have prevented the implantation of the fertilized ovum. If such is the case, then the rubbery tissue you are passing indicates abortion and the tissues are un implanted fertilized ovum. Black blood is also suggestive of the same. If the bleeding increases with lots of such tissue coming out, then it is in favor of miscarriage.The bleeding should stop in a few days once all the tissue is passed out. Ultra sound of uterus will reveal if the uterine cavity is empty and if it is a complete abortion. You should consult a gynecologist if the bleeding continues which indicates incomplete abortion, in that case you will need a D&C.I hope this is useful to you. | Had unprotected sex. Took pill. Noticed light blood. Feeling nausea, dizzy and discomfort. Pregnancy test negative. Suggest |
I am currently on TriSprintec, a triphasic oral contraceptive. I would like to delay my next period (scheduled to start next week), but read that the traditional method of skipping the placebo pills and starting a new pack is not always effective with the triphasic pill. I read an artcile skipping the placebos and taking your next pill pack backwards, starting with week 3 and working down to week 1. Is this safe? Also... after I finish my next pack (on week 1 pills) do I wait a week and start a new pack or start a new pack right away? | 257,185 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.The triphasic pills are supposed to mimic the normal menstruation. Trisprintec contains the same concentration of ethinyl estradiol, the estrogen in all the 21 active pills with steadily increasing dose of progesterone, norgestimate. This resembles what happens in a normal menstrual cycle. The total pills are 28 of which 21 (grey, light blue and blue) are active hormonal and 7 white pills are non hormonal pills.You could skip the white non hormonal pills and can post pone your period by reversing the strip and starting with 3rd week blue pill and giving a gap of one week for the menstrual cycle. But this is usually not recommended and the continuous high dose of progesterone can result in severe nausea, headache, mood swings, depression, abdominal bloating and cramps. So please consult your treating Dr. before doing so.I hope this helps. | Nuva ring took off due to spotting. Heavy clots discharged. Reason? |
SIR I AM ON KRIMSON 35 MEDICATION FROM PAST 3 MONTHS, THE CURRENT MONTH IS THE 3RD ONE AND I'VE HAD IT FOR PAST 10 DAYS AND I HAD I PILL DUE TO UNPROTECTED SEX ON THE 10 TH DAY WITH KRIMSON. NOW I DON'T KNOW WHETHER I SHOULD GO AHEAD AND COMPLETE THE COURSE OR STOP HAVING KRIMSON... MY AGE 23, I'VE BEEN MISSING MY PERIODS SO DOC SUGGESTED ME KRIMSON 35. | 257,186 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Krimson contains Ethinyl Estradiol, an estrogen and Cyproterone acetate, an anti androgen. It is given for persons with PCOS having high androgen level. It not only regularizes the period but also prevents the conception by inhibiting the ovulation and making the cycles anovulatory. Hence there is no need for another contraceptive method while you are on Krimson and the 'morning after pill' you took is totally unnecessary. Also the hormones in the pill (high dose of progesterone) will interfere with the onset of your next cycle that has been regularized by Krimson. Since you have already taken the pill and the withdrawal bleeding is imminent you can stop Krimson and follow other methods of contraception like condom (to be on the safer side) but not hormone pills till you get the withdrawal bleeding. You can start the fresh pack of Krimson when you get the period (withdrawal bleeding) following the pill.I hope this is useful to you. | On trisprintec for birth control. Need to delay the periods. Is it safe ? |
I'm having the coil fitted next week and I'm currently on cerazette. My pack is due to run out on sat, should I just start a new pack on the sun or shud I stop taking it so I can get the coil fitted? Also I am bleeding now, do you need to be bleeding to have the coil fitted (mirena)? What will happen next week if I'm not bleeding will they still be able to fit it? | 257,187 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.The ideal time for insertion of Mirena is between 4th and 7th day of your period irrespective of bleeding. Both Cerazette and Mirena contain progesterone and so there is no necessity to start a new packet of Cerazette. . In case of Mirena, progesterone will be released slowly over a period of 5 years. The chances of pregnancy is minimal in the first week of menstrual cycle and it is a 'safe period'. Hence there is no need for a new pack of Cerezette. Mirena can result in irregular bleeding in the first few weeks of its insertion. But it settles down by 3 months.I hope this is useful to you. | Taking crimson. Had unprotected sex. Missing periods. Suggestions? |
Hi, i am 29 years old,had sex with my gf on 17th april.and on 19th gave ipill to her orally.on 20th april she had abnormal period only on a single day.And next month she didn't get her period at regular date.she tested herself with prega news,result showed negative but still she is scared of getting pregnant ? even i am too nervous for her..also she is worried about her period,as today is 22 may still she has not got period started.Any chance of getting pregnant is there? plz help. Advice on pills to be taken to stop pregnancy....... Also,any side effect of it ,in order to have conceive baby later ? | 257,188 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.i pill contains progesterone which prevents the implantation (attachment) of fertilized ovum in the uterus by making the uterine lining endometrium unsuitable for nidation. It also results in withdrawal bleeding. It should be taken within 72 hours of intercourse. Since i pill contains high dose of progesterone it may interfere with her menstrual cycle and can result in delayed period. So do not panic. You can exclude pregnancy through blood test which is more accurate than urine test and it can detect pregnancy at much earlier stage.Although abortion kits are available over the counter, it is advisable to take them only under your treating Dr's supervision to avoid complications like incomplete abortion and rupture of uterus. Frequent use of i pill will result in side effects and should be avoided. I hope this is useful to you. | Taking cerazette, coil inserted. Have bleeding. Should I stop taking the medication? |
I had just taken the plan b pill yesterday at 5:40pm and I have developed a throat infection. I've been put on amoxicillin for 15 days as the dosage. I have not started taking the amoxicillin yet because I am worried that it will decrease the effectiveness of the plan b pill. Will taking the antibiotic interfere with what the plan b pill is suppose to be doing? | 257,189 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.The antibiotics like Ampilcillin, Amoxicillin, Tetracyclines, Clarithromycin and Co-trimoxazole interfere with the function of plan B by suppressing the intestinal microflora and decreasing the duration of action of Levonorgestrel present in plan B.Since you have already taken Plan B and the above said antibiotics will reduce the efficacy of plan B you can take some other antibiotic like Cephalosporins or Azithromycin. Although Azithromycin belongs to the same group of Clarithromycin it does not have any interaction with Levonorgestrel (progesterone) and only interferes with estrogen activity. Since plan B does not contain estrogen, it is safer to take Azithromycin. Also Azithromycin is very effective in throat infection. Your treating Dr will know about these drugs.I hope this is useful to you. | Missed period. Taken I pill after sex. PT showed negative. Chances of pregnancy? |
Hi Doc! i got married last year nd had oral contraceptives for 2 months ,then discontinued it coz my husband went to abroad.Now im united with my husband again after ten months nd taking contraceptives again.The problem is dat im noticing less bleeding nd almost no pain during periods.Before my weddind i used to have lots of pain nd bleeding, nd after my separation(with husband) also lots of bleeding nd pain was there.I guess its related with sexual activity nd contraception... dont kno what exactly????Now im worried is it normal or having any significance ... coz we both r thinking to plan a baby now... | 257,190 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.You have a very good observation indeed. Generally, menstrual cycles are painful as they are ovulatory cycles. Ovulation is the rupture of ovum and release of egg, necessary for fertilization. The oral contraceptives inhibit ovulation and makes the cycles anovulatory. This is one of the main action of OCP in preventing conception. The pain and bleeding during menstruation are due to increased uterine contraction needed to expel the unfertilized egg products in the form of clots. You have no pain and less bleeding with OCP not only because the cycles are anovulatory but also because the bleeding is withdrawal bleeding. Also, with OCP, your periods will be on a regular cyclical pattern.I hope this is useful to you. | Developed throat infection after taking plan B. Taking antibiotics. Will it reduce the effect of plan B pill? |
About 3 weeks ago, I had a drunken sexual encounter. He did not ejaculate inside of me, intercourse barely occurred, but there was contact and I know that there is always a chance of a few sperm lurking around in pre-cum. This occurred the week after my period and the early morning of the day that my predicted "fertility window" opened up. So, The next morning, about 8 hours later I took the morning after pill as a precaution. 6 days later, I got the bleeding that I assume is the induced bleeding from the pill because my period was not due for 2 weeks. It was bright red and a moderately heavy flow that lasted for 6 days. Now, on the week that I was supposed to start my normal period, I have bleeding that looks like my normal period and the flow is beginning like a normal period. Is this normal? I know that it says your period can come early or late, but I am still confused as to if I am supposed to get the withdrawal bleeding and then my normal period at the normal time. | 257,191 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.You have taken the right precaution. Your knowledge about the actions of the pill is also perfect. As you are aware of, the pill contains high amount of progesterone that has resulted in withdrawal bleeding. Also such a high dose of progesterone can interfere with your regular menstrual cycles and the cycles can be either delayed or earlier. This happens if the pills are taken too frequently which is not advisable. The bleeding could be inter menstrual bleeding, another side effect of the pill. Either it may take a while for your period to get regularized or if your hormonal balance is back to normal, your next period can be regular. So, if you want to have an active sexual life without getting pregnant, then you should opt for a permanent contraceptive method like OCP.I hope this is useful to you. | Taken oral contraceptive. Have noticeably less bleeding. Are they related? |
i started the pill my last period which was at the end of april took it until next period, has bleeding inbetween that lasted for a few days, then got what i think is my next period a few days earlier then it should be..., really confused, i have been having symptoms like nausea, cramping, irritability....what could this mean? is this from the pill or something else | 257,192 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.All OCPs contain hormones and will result in hormonal imbalance by interfering with the existing hormonal status of the body. So depending upon the individuals, it will take some time, usually 3 to 6 months, for establishment of the regular cyclical pattern of menstruation.One of the main side effects of the pills is irregular bleeding and bleeding between periods. Your nausea, cramping and irritability are due to the action of progesterone in the pill. You should complete all the pills in the pack and should not stop if the bleeding starts. Mistaking the bleeding/spotting before the completion of the pack and stopping the pills will interfere with the next cycle and will also abolish the contraceptive effect of the pills. OCPs are available in different combinations with various strengths. If you still have these side effects after few cycles, then you can consult with your treating Dr. for a different type of pill. Usually progesterone alone pill or mini pill causes these problems but you have not mentioned the type of pill you are taking. Either go in for a combination pill or if you are already taking one, then go for pill with higher estrogen dose. Your treating Dr will know about these preparations.I hope this is useful to you. | Had sex. Took pill. Got periods after six days after. Then again had it back on normal period time. Is it normal? |
Hi, I have been on The pill (levest) for about a month now and have noticed a lot of changes and I m not sure if it s because of the pill. I keep having extreme mood swings and snapping at my family, I have a few headaches and the other day it was one of the non pill days I felt really dizzy and nauseous and weak. My energy is really low all the time to the point where I can just lay in bed for hours or even on my floor cause I just can t be bothers with anything. And in the past 2 weeks I have felt extremely depressed to the point where I randomly cry at things and get really upset and unhappy with my life even though i don t have any huge problems? I also get really paranoid and look too much into what people are saying to me. Also have been bleeding the whole time. Is this due to the pill and should I switch /come off it? Thanks! | 257,193 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Do not worry. The problems you are having are due to the influence of hormones present in Levest. The progesterone, Levonorgestrel in Levest is responsible for headache, mood swings, nausea, dizziness, depression and fatigue. Levest also results in bleeding/ spotting between periods. It may take a minimum period of three months for your body to get adjusted to the effects of such hormonal pills. If these side effects continue and interfere with your daily activities then you can switch for another OCP combination with lesser amount of progesterone. Triphasic pills contain same amount of estrogen in all 21 tablets but varying strength of progesterone for every 7 pills in the pack. Progesterone is started at a minimum dose and increased every 7 days. Triphasic pills are claimed to mimic the hormonal pattern that occurs during a normal menstrual cycle. Since progesterone is causing the side effects you can consult your treating Dr and opt for a triphasic pill and that may solve your problems.I hope this is useful to you. | Having nausea, cramping and irritability. Using pill. Side effects of pill? |
Hi, I'm 21 and I've never ever taken contreceptives before in my life and I'd like to start with the Pill. I bought these contreceptives 4rm the local Doctor called trigestrel, but I'm still a bit uncertain with when I can start taking them and which colours I should start with because I just got done with my period testerday. Please help | 257,194 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Trigestrel is a triphasic oral contraceptive pill with three different doses of estrogen and progesterone (brown, white and yellow pills) and non hormonal red pills. Generally OCPs are started on the first day of menstrual cycle with non hormonal pills (red pills). But, since you have completed your periods, you should start with the brown pills (6 in number) and take it continuously, one on each day for 6 days, followed by 5 white tablets, then 10 yellow tablets and finally 7 red inactive tablets.You should take the tablets exactly on the same time every day. Never miss the tablet. If you happen to miss one tablet, take 2 on the next day at the usual time. If you miss more than 2 tablets, then you should discontinue the strip and use another contraceptive method till you get your period and restart with red inactive pills on the first day of period.You should not stop the pill if you get bleeding/ spotting while taking the pills. Some of the antibiotics and other drugs will interfere with the action of OCP and will result in contraceptive failure. So don't take any self medication without consulting your treating Dr.I hope this is useful to you. | Suffering from mood swings, headache, dizzy and nausea. Taking levest. Side effects of pill? |
I have been on microgynon 30, I have started my 7 day break. I went to the doctors yesterday and was given rigevidon. I was told they are the exact same pill. But I looked at the information leaflet for the Rigevidon, and it says when starting a new pill you must carry on the pill and not have a 7 day break, but i am already on the break. Will this effect me? And could i be at risk of being pregnant? | 257,195 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Both Microgynon and Rigevidon contain 21 active tablets of 30 micro gms of Ethinyl Estradiol and 150 micro grams of Levonorgestrel respectively. A 7 day free period is allowed for the menstrual cycle. All the OCPs when you start them for the first time, if you are not under the protection of any other OCP on the previous cycle, should be started on the first day of the menstrual cycle but not otherwise. since you are already on Microgynon and this 7 day gap is the routine gap left for menstration, you need not worry. As you do every month you can start Rigevidon on the usual 8th day after the last pill of Microgynon.I hope this is useful. | Suggestions for taking contraceptive pills? |
I've been taking the birth control Reclipsen for about 8 months. I had unprotected sex during the placebo week of the birth control, and got my period the next day. I have decided to not continue taking the birth control as I want to give my body a rest from the hormones, so I will not be continuing the next pack. What is the likelihood that I could become pregnant? | 257,196 | Hi.Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.Inter menstrual bleeding or spotting during OCP is common. This occurs in the initial few months and is quite rare after 8 months. The likelihood of your pregnancy is high if you don't continue the tablets. Although the hormonal effect in suppressing the ovulation is expected to continue for 1 or 2 months after stopping the pills, it need not be so in every person and in some the fertility can return in the next period itself. The safe period to avoid pregnancy is only for a week from the day of onset of period, so if you don't continue the pill the chances of pregnancy is more. Otherwise you should opt for another protection method like condom till the onset of the next period.I hope this is useful. | On 7 day break of microgynon. Prescribed rigevidon. No 7 day break advised for regevidon. Risk of pregnancy? |
Hi, I am taking mercilon. On week 2 May 17, I missed taking the tablet and had unprotected sex that night. on the next day upon realizing Imissed taking hte pill, I immediately took the msised pill and at the same time the usual pill. Query: will I get pregnant? Should I take the emergency contraceptive now? It is now may 21. thanks. | 257,197 | Hi,The emergency contraceptive pill should be taken on the same day for it to have an effect, as such there is no point in taking one now.How long have you been on the pill, if its been for a long time then there is a chance that you wont get pregnant.But in these things there is always a chance, especially if you were ovulating.Pills work by suppressing ovulation, if you miss one - you may ovulate. As such you can either wait till your period should start or take a home pregnancy test.I hope this answered your question. | Taking reclipsen. Had unprotected sex. Will I get pregnant if I stop medication? |
I've been on birthcontrol for two years. This past Friday I had unprotected sex after missing two days of my pill. I know for a fact that my boyfriend ejaculated inside of me. The next day I took my birthcontrol and started having dark brown, almost black, discharge. Its been three days since we had the unprotected sex and i am still discharging a lot. Is this something to worry about? | 257,198 | Hi,Well missing two doses and having unprotected sex seriously increases the chances of you getting pregnant.What you need to know is that a brown discharge is normally not something to worry about, but a brown discharge around 4-5 days after having unprotected sex can be because you have conceived and are now pregnant.As such take a home pregnancy test to make sure.I hope this answered your question. | Had unprotected sex. Taking mercilon. Missed the pill. Will I get pregnant? Take contraceptive? |
Hi. I had intercourse with my boyfriend around 2 weeks ago and we didn't use protection. He didn't put his --- in my vagina, but in the back, but it went in for around 2 seconds. I don't think he came in my vagina, though, but I am really nervous that I may be pregnant. I really can't tell anybody. How do I get rid of any chances of being pregnant!? PLEASE HELP. | 257,199 | Hello and welcome to HCM.Thank you for your query.I would first like to state that if you and your partner practised anal intercourse, there is no chance of pregnancy. This is not possible.But if you think during your sexual contact, there was a chance that your partners penis ejaculated inside your vagina, then the first thing you would have to do is to rule out/confirm pregnancy. This can be done with the help of a urine pregnancy kit, which can be done at home. This will have to be conducted either 20 days after your sexual contact or on the first or second day of a missed period. The most accurate result can be achieved with an early morning urine sample.Repeat this test 2-3 times to confirm a result.I hope I have succeeded in providing the information you were looking for. Please feel free to write back to me for any further clarifications. I would gladly help you.Best wishes | Dark brown discharge. Had unprotected sex and took birth control pill. Concerning? |
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