Question 1

how long do you have to take birth control to regulate periods?

Accepted Answer

Three months: You should see an effect on the amount of bleeding you have within the first cycle however I would give it a full three months before making any assessments on how much you like or do not like the results. A Mirena (levonorgestrel) iud however would be the best for control of irregular bleeding.

Question 2

do you think i should go on birth control to regulate my periods?

Accepted Answer

That is a good: Option to discuss with your gynecologist.

Question 3

my doctor put me on birth control to regulate my periods. if i stop taking it will my period go back to being irregular or will it fix itself?

Accepted Answer

Go back: Unless you have chafed your weight or other significant lifestyle change, your period will most likely resume the pre-pill pattern.

Question 4

whats wrong with me?
the short side of the story.... when i was 11 i started my period. it only came twice a year. when i was 13 i was put on birth control to regulate my periods. due to the severity of my cramps  and the nausa that 4 different kinds of b

Accepted Answer

Yes, : Yes, most likely you can have kids. You will likely need help with ovulation. The most commonly used medications are metformin and clomid (clomiphene). See my guide on infertility:

http://www.Avvo.Com/health-guides/5-tips-for-infertility-evaluation-and-treatment.

Question 5

few months into using birth control for first time ( to regulate periods) and since using them have developed sore breasts and bulging veins on body. ?

Accepted Answer

See below: Birth control pills can cause breast soreness. This tends to decrease after being on the pill for a while. Birth control pills may also contribute the the formation of varicose veins and spider veins. It may be possible for your physician to switch you to a lower dose pill which may reduce side effects.

Question 6

i have to get on birth control to help regulate my periods. does that mean i wont be able to become pregnant cus thats what i been trying to do .?

Accepted Answer

Another medication: Women with irregular periods often take ocp because it manages menses, corrects hormone issues and provides contraception. When you want to get pregnant then you need a different medication: drugs that cause ovulation. If you ovulate then the cycles will also become regular but now you can conceive. See your doctor about this issue.

Question 7

i'm on dialysis i have mild pcos i'm on birth control to help regulate my periods we want to have a baby what can i take to help me ovulate ?

Accepted Answer

Confer with your doc: Anyone on dialysis should first confer with their treatment team before considering pregnancy.Since your system cannot manage your own needs without external help, pregnancy may be dangerous for you &amp; any baby you conceive.If they give you the go ahead, they are better suited to suggest treatments that would work in unison with your dialysis needs.

Question 8

i have irregular periods doctor place me on birth control to try and regulate my periods it worked then he took me off now on your irregular no period?

Accepted Answer

Go back on: But before you do get an endocrine work up to find out the underlying causes of your irregular menses.

Question 9

should i get on birth control to regulate my menstrual cycle? i was on my period for a month straight but then stopped and ever since my menstural cycle has been falling behind two weeks later every time its time to start my period.. what should i do abou

Accepted Answer

You : You should be evaluated by your doctor for menorrhagia (heavy or prolonged period). The causes of menorrhagia include but are not limited to:
dysfunction of the ovaries. 
Uterine fibroids
polyps
adenomyosis.
Intrauterine device (iud)
ectopic pregnancy 
cancer
some blood coagulation disorders 
certain medications (blood thinners)

your primary care provider or gyn will evaluate you and perform examination and possible pelvic ultrasound, and a treatment plan can be established, which may include birth control pills to regulate your cycle.

Best of luck.

Question 10

which birth control pills to take if you are a virgin to regulate periods?

Accepted Answer

Any: No one pill is better than another based on your virginity. Sexual experience has nothing to do with how one pill works vs. Another. You can safely choose any - talk to your doctor.

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How long do you have to take birth control to regulate periods?

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Do you think i should go on birth control to regulate my periods?

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My doctor put me on birth control to regulate my periods. if i stop taking it will my period go back to being irregular or will it fix itself?

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Whats wrong with me? the short side of the story.... when i was 11 i started my period. it only came twice a year. when i was 13 i was put on birth control to regulate my periods. due to the severity of my cramps and the nausa that 4 different kinds of b

A member asked:

Few months into using birth control for first time ( to regulate periods) and since using them have developed sore breasts and bulging veins on body. ?

A member asked:

I have to get on birth control to help regulate my periods. does that mean i wont be able to become pregnant cus thats what i been trying to do .?

A member asked:

I'm on dialysis i have mild pcos i'm on birth control to help regulate my periods we want to have a baby what can i take to help me ovulate ?

A member asked:

I have irregular periods doctor place me on birth control to try and regulate my periods it worked then he took me off now on your irregular no period?

A member asked:

Should i get on birth control to regulate my menstrual cycle? i was on my period for a month straight but then stopped and ever since my menstural cycle has been falling behind two weeks later every time its time to start my period.. what should i do abou

A member asked:

Which birth control pills to take if you are a virgin to regulate periods?

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