Yes. Cramps and spotting are a very common side effect while using Birth Control, especially in the first 1 to 3 months.
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Yes, antibiotics reduce the effectiveness of the birth control causing breakthrough bleeding
If she is on birth control, the change in hormones can affect the body's hormones and cause a drop in estrogen, which can cause spotting. If she is sexually active, it could have been a minor miscarriage, particularly if cramping or pain was involved. When in doubt, see a doctor.
Absolutely. The Depo Shot has different effects with different people. If you have just started this form of birth control, you could be getting cramps, and spotting can continue for several shot treatments. If your cramps are bad, please see your doctor and let them know--just in case--and if nothing else (s)he can give you some meds to calm your cramping.
A small amount of spotting will not interfere with the pap results, while heavier bleeding may. Ask your health care provider for advice specific to your situation.
You are just spotting. Missing one pill won't cause a period.
Spotting on birth control can happen due to missed pills or due to other factors. If you have taken the pill as directed, spotting doesn't mean that you are not protected against pregnancy. If the spotting continues or recurs, see your health care provider to find out the cause. Infection or some other problem with your cervix could be the cause. If not, a change in brand may solve the problem.
Spotting is OK But anything dark red and very blood can be cause for concern. If you are having a lot of blood and a lot of cramping you should probably go see your doctor asap!
You should start birth control on the first day of your period, otherwise your period will arrive on a new day & this will slightly change your cycle. If you DID start taking birth control pill during your period then this is why you're cramping and yes, birth control can cause abdominal cramping.
Although there is very little evidence to prove this some doctors believe that hormonal birth control can cause birth defects.
If you missed your period after not taking the birth control pill at the same time each day, the most likely reason is that you are pregnant. Some women will miss their periods randomly (or experience minimal spotting) while on birth control. You should take a pregnancy test to be sure.
Birth control pills do not cause infertility.
It may be your birth control if you are taking any they cause irregular periods.