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What if you get breakthrough bleeding for more than a week while on the pill?
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∙ 15y ago
Breakthrough bleeding is not uncommon.
If you are concerned that it may be something serious, contact your physician and have a pelvic exam.
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What is breakthrough bleeding while on birth control?
It is minor bleeding you get while on the pill. It is not a true period, but it is similar and yet lighter.
Can you have more than one period a month on the pill?
Not necessarily, most likely this "second period" is spotting or breakthrough bleeding. Spotting/ Breakthrough bleeding is bleeding before or in between menstrual cycles.
Why would you get your period early if your on the pill?
Some women experience breakthrough bleeding while on The Pill - most commonly in the first 3 months.
How do you prevent breakthrough bleeding on seasonique?
While not a prevention, I have found that taking the pill at night with grapefruit juice helps.
You skipped a pill and am bleeding?
Missing a birth control pill can result in breakthrough bleeding. As the hormone level in your body drops, bleeding can occur.
When starting the pill is getting your period when your not supposed to an indication that the pill is not quite effective?
No; if you took the pill as prescribed, then breakthrough bleeding isn't a sign that the pill is not effective. Breakthrough bleeding is a side effect common in the first three months of pill use.
When does breakthrough bleeding stop once one the pill?
Breakthrough bleeding occurs when you stop taking BC pills. If it occurs while taking BC pills you will need to see your Doctor as the doseage may not be right for you.
Does long term use of the pill reduce its effectiveness and or cause break through bleeding?
I have been on the pill for four years and have never had any breakthrough bleeding. I have also read that the longer you are on the pill the more it is effective. As previous anonymous said, the longer you are on birth control the more the effectiveness, provided you take your pills as scheduled. Breakthrough bleeding after years of use could mean that you might need to change the pill again because it may not be right for your system anymore. Contrary to what most people think, breakthrough bleeding is not an indication that the pill is any less effective. Good luck.
I bleed while im on birth control and bleeding stops when not taking the pills what could this mean?
You can get breakthrough bleeding when you are on the pill increasing the risk of conception. this can be the result of the wrong dosage or strength in the pill. The best thing to do is consult your physician.
Is it normal to have breakthrough bleeding while on the pill and taking prednisone?
Yes it is normal to have breakthrough bleeding while on the pill and taking predisone. Cortosteroids, anti-fungals, and antibiotics all affect the birth control's effectiveness. You should use a back-up method if on any of these for a minimum of two weeks after stopping the course of treatment and you are usually fine after a full cycle.
Is it normal not to start you're period on the pill jazz?
It is normal for many women not to have monthly breakthrough bleeding while taking Birth Control Pills.
Should I be having a 2 week period while on the pill?
Usually no, sometimes you may experience a side effect from taking the pill which is called breakthrough bleeding. Breakthrough bleeding is a nuisance that can last up to a week, which in sense makes you think it is a regular period but actually its not. Most likely you started breakthrough bleeding during your last week of active pills and then you started your "real period" during the placebo week. If breakthrough bleeding still occurs after 3 months, it is recommended that you consult your physician, this may mean you need a higher dosage of birth control.
