Question 1

used birth control to skip period, still get cramps and bloating?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Even though you don't have a cycle you can still experience those symptoms when you use the pill that way

Question 2

on kelnor 1/35 birth control. intentionally skipped period last month. started placebo week this month but did not get a period? from skipping? preg?

Accepted Answer

If you skip: If you skipped the last week of pills and immediately started the next pack then you will not get a period. The withdrawal from hormones during the last week of the pack is what triggers the menstrual cycle. If you think you might be pregnant check then check a home pregnancy test. They are cheap, reliable and available  at any pharmacy.

Question 3

can you tell me if i could use birth control to skip my period for my vacation?

Accepted Answer

Sure, most likely: if used correctly and the timing is appropriate

Question 4

im on my period now... can i start taking my birth control and skip my period for the rest of it?

ive been on bc for a long time now

Accepted Answer

It may: I would allow the lining to completely shed or the bleedimg may be irregular on the pill.  Then again if the bleeding has been prolonged it may be better to start. You can start your ocp and it wont be unhealthy, i'm not sure it will have the intended effect; it may though.

Question 5

i used my birth control pills to skip my period 2 months in a row. i've been breakthrough bleeding for a week. should i just let it start?

Accepted Answer

Depends: You can stop your pills and let it start, but since it's the middle of a pack you'll need to use condoms until you get 2 weeks into the next package. Or, you could put up with the breakthrough bleeding but stay on track with your pills and then take the placebo pills at the appropriate time. You may/may not have a normal period then, but you'll be protected if you start your next pack on time.

Question 6

im due for my period any day now. its late, i am not pregnant or sexually active. can i start birth control today? to skip my period. im going on a beach vacation tomorrow. i stopped taking it because my insurance lapsed but now i have a refill?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, the newer recommendations are that someone like you who is healthy,  has not been sexually active and knows she is not pregnant...may start taking 21 oral contraceptive pills immediately today.  You may also continue taking another 21 to 42  to 63  "active" pills for 2 to 3 months... if you want to remain in control of your vaginal bleeding.

Question 7

i'm on yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) birth control. can i skip my period this month by skipping the placebo pills?

Accepted Answer

Yes: This will usually work just fine but don't do it too often or you will get break thru bleeding.

Question 8

is it normal to have breast tenderness while using my birth control pills to skip my period? my pills are monophasic  and i have not missed any

Accepted Answer

Yes: Medications that contain hormones, like birth control pills, will cause breast pain or tenderness.

Question 9

i was on birth control and skipped my period for 3mon. when it came time to have my 4th it never came till a month later now on it again 2 weeks later?

Accepted Answer

Low dose: You must be on a very low dose birth control pill. With the low dose, you get effective birth control, but little growth of the lining, so periods tend to be very light and sometimes nonexistent. You can also have breakthrough bleeding, where the lining becomes unstable in the middle of the month and you bleed. If it keeps happening or if you are concerned about the lack of periods, you can change

Question 10

i  accidentally started a new pack of birth control and skipped my period. ialso have a ruptured ovarian cyst, can this cause a strange vaginal odor?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Strange vaginal odors are often due to infections.  See a qualified practitioner for a diagnosis and proper treatment.

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Used birth control to skip period, still get cramps and bloating?

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On kelnor 1/35 birth control. intentionally skipped period last month. started placebo week this month but did not get a period? from skipping? preg?

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Can you tell me if i could use birth control to skip my period for my vacation?

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Im on my period now... can i start taking my birth control and skip my period for the rest of it? ive been on bc for a long time now

A member asked:

I used my birth control pills to skip my period 2 months in a row. i've been breakthrough bleeding for a week. should i just let it start?

A member asked:

Im due for my period any day now. its late, i am not pregnant or sexually active. can i start birth control today? to skip my period. im going on a beach vacation tomorrow. i stopped taking it because my insurance lapsed but now i have a refill?

A member asked:

I'm on yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) birth control. can i skip my period this month by skipping the placebo pills?

A member asked:

Is it normal to have breast tenderness while using my birth control pills to skip my period? my pills are monophasic and i have not missed any

A member asked:

I was on birth control and skipped my period for 3mon. when it came time to have my 4th it never came till a month later now on it again 2 weeks later?

A member asked:

I accidentally started a new pack of birth control and skipped my period. ialso have a ruptured ovarian cyst, can this cause a strange vaginal odor?

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