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- The most common side effects of the pill are headaches,SPOTTING BETWEENPERIODSand weight changes (loss or gain).
- Monophasic extended cycle pills have been approved. These monophasic pills reduce the frequency of the period by extending the time between the placebo interval, when a withdrawal bleed is experienced.
- The vaginal ring is a flexible, plastic ring that a woman places into the vagina. It works by releasing low levels of hormones. It is left in place for three weeks, then removed for one week during which a withdrawal bleed occurs. Unlike some other devices, the ring does not require a special fitting or placement.
- The contraceptive patch is an adhesive patch that releases hormones into the body through the skin. It is placed on the buttocks, upper arm, or upper torso, and each patch is worn continuously for one week at a time for three weeks and is removed for one week during which a withdrawal bleed occurs.
- The Mirena IUD can reduce menstrual cramps and the amount of bleeding that accompanies a woman’s period. Typically, women using Mirena may see that their menstrual flow is reduced by 90 percent. In approximately 20 percent of Mirena users, their flow stops altogether within one year. This could lower one’s risk for anemia
- Progestin-Only Methods: options like Mirena IUD and Depo-Provea Injection can relieve cramping and menstrual bleeding. Periods may be less frequent or stop altogether, which lowers the risk for anemia
- The Pill: it can reduce the risk of ovarian and uterine cancers, may improve acne, and can lessen premenstrual symptoms
- http://contraception.about.com/od/contraceptionoverview/tp/topquestions.htm
- It all depends on the type of Birth Control you are using, but a lot of methods of birth control can alter your period in many ways.
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Can you have your period before the birth control pill tells you to?
It is possible to alter the timing of your menstrual cycle while on the pill. Sometimes you can push it to later in the month too. Depending on how long you push it back though, you may spot.
Will the birth control patch alter your ovulation cycle?
The birth control patch is meant to prevent ovulation completely.
What does it mean if you start your period 2 weeks before you are supposed to while on birth control?
Some birth control pills can affect/alter your cycle, when I first started mine I had a light period for a month, then it stopped, if you are worried though, you should see your doctor. Better get it checked out if you are worried.
Is it okay if you started taking your birth control pill the day after your period ended?
You really should of taken the pill the day your period started so it doesnt alter your cycle. But yes its ok but your period may be late next month.
Will your period go away if you are gay but not really gay?
No, being gay does not influence your period at all. Birth control, menopause, pregnancy, etc. can alter your period, but who you want to have relations with has no effect whatsoever. And, I have a better question: What would even make you think that?
How do you set the timing on an 1988 Chevy Celebrity?
The 1988 Chevy Celebrity uses distributorless ignition. There is no provision to alter timing, the engine control module takes care of that.
What is the birth name of Allen Alter?
Allen Alter's birth name is Allen Bernard Alter.
What is the birth name of Jonathan Alter?
Jonathan Alter's birth name is Jonathan H. Alter.
What is the birth name of Tom Alter?
Tom Alter's birth name is Thomas Beach Alter.
What birth control pill alters cervical mucus?
All birth control pills alter cervical mucus. That is one of the mechanisms by which they prevent pregnancy -- the progestin thickens the cervical mucus.
Does amoxicillin stop your period after 2days?
an antibiotic should not stop your menses, unless you are allergic to it. Antibiotics DO alter the effectiveness of birth control pills- i.e., makes them LESS effective. So while taking an antibiotic, and for about two weeks after completing the prescription, one should also use an additional method of birth control
1991 lx 5.0 how do you change the timing?
IF you have already set the timing to spec, you alter timing by loosening the distributor and turning the base to adjust timing. You will need a timing light to measure the timing. Pull out the spout before adjusting so the computer will not alter the timing. HTH.
