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How long does breakthrough bleeding usually last
A 31-year-old female asked:
Dr. Bac Nguyenanswered
Family Medicine 25 years experience
Spotting to 2+ wks..: It is variable, but typically breakthough bleeding last 2-3 days. Some unfortunately can last couple of weeks...Often lighter and less crampy than nor... Read More
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Dr. Jeff Livingstonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 24 years experience
Varies: Breakthrough bleeding is common but not normal therefore there is no normal time for it to last.
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A 34-year-old female asked:
Dr. Jeff Livingstonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 24 years experience
Varies: Breakthrough bleeding is common but not normal therefore there is no normal time for it to last. It can be frustrating but it usually resolved on its ... Read More
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3.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 30-year-old female asked:
Dr. J. patrick Tokarzanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Hormones: There are several conditions that can cause the symptoms that you described. Although some may be benign, there are others that should be treated. I s... Read More
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3.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 27-year-old female asked:
Dr. Douglas Lawsonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 30 years experience
BTB: First, I would check a pregnancy test as BTB on the pill might mean a pill failure. Second, you might need either a new pill or increased dose of est... Read More
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2.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A female asked:
Dr. Gerard Honoreanswered
Fertility Medicine 31 years experience
I am very skeptical: that breakthrough is caused by antibiotics. Let's say that would be REALLY low on the list. There are 100 better reasons for breakthrough bleeding, b... Read More
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3.2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 25-year-old female asked:
Dr. Mary Davidanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Depends : How long breakthrough bleeding lasts depends on the cause. If it is caused by taking a pill late or missing one, it should be better with the next pac... Read More
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A 33-year-old female asked:
Dr. Jeff Livingstonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 24 years experience
Breakthrough bleeding (bleeding at the wrong time) is very common on birth control. It happens in about 1/3 of users. Its no big deal and usually sel... Read More
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Answered Jan 31, 2023
A 34-year-old female asked:
Dr. Yury Faydaanswered
Gynecology 52 years experience
Unpredictable: BTB may last from few days to few weeks. If it doesn't subside consult your GYN
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2.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 42-year-old member asked:
Dr. Alan Pattersonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 44 years experience
May not stop: Unless treated or evaluated or may stop after 1-2 months depending on the cause, please call your obgyn for evaluation.
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A 24-year-old female asked:
Dr. John Paasanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 31 years experience
Maybe: You should discuss with your doctor to determine if you are really experiencing btb, or if there is some other reason for the irregularity.
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