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Does the pill cause longer periods?

by rupert01, Jul 31, 2008 03:27PM
I just started my first month of the pill. and i started my period on the 22nd, and i still have my period. usually my periods are 5 to 6 days maximum. its been 9 days now. and im just wondering why?...do you think its because its the first time on birth control pill?
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by katarina777, Jul 31, 2008 03:56PM
Usually, the pill makes your period lighter, shorter, and more regular. I would definitely call your doctor, tell them what is happening, and ask for advice and feedback.

by martikadragoon, Aug 01, 2008 12:25AM
Read your other post from earlier, I just responded to it in length..

Katarina777~  not to sound rude at all: Your body takes at least 3 months to get used to the hormones in the pills, therefor it can make your period do all sorts of things, it may be lighter, heavier, longer or shorter. the key is to keep up on the pills and continue to take them after the 7day week of sugar pills...  not after she stops bleeding cause then she could get preggo. :) but you were right, if she's really worried she should call her doctor for confirmation.

that info comes DIRECTLY from my OBGYN from when I was on BC. :)

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