Question 1

will double dose of birth control stop vaginal bleeding ?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends on the cause of the bleeding, the type of birth control pill and the individual's responsiveness to the hormones in the medication.

Question 2

excessive vaginal bleeding after stopping birth control?

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May be normal: It is not clear what you mean by excessive vaginal bleeding - but it is quite common for the periods yo be heavier after stopping the pill than what you were experiencing while on the pill.

Question 3

i skipped my birth control and took 2 pills the next day. ive been experiencing moderate vaginal bleeding for the past 3-4 days is that normal?

Accepted Answer

Birth control pills,: When you miss birth control pills, your uterine lining loses its hormonal support which can cause bleeding. You need to use a backup method of birth control (condoms + spermicide) this cycle in addition to taking your BCPs.

Question 4

i recently started my birth control shot on december 11th. for the last three weeks i have experienced vaginal bleeding. not a flow. i need advice.

Accepted Answer

Unpredictable: The bleeding patterns with depoprovera are unpredictable. You are right that for some in takes the period away. For others it causes irregular bleeding. There is no "normal" for Depo-Provera users. The longer you are on it the higher the chance of no periods. The Mirena (levonorgestrel) iud may be a better option for you if you want to avoid pregnancy and stop having periods.

Question 5

birth control + celebrex (celecoxib) = vaginal bleeding. should i be worried about this?

Accepted Answer

Celebrex (celecoxib) not a cause: Celebrex (celecoxib) should not cause vaginal bleeding. Check with your gynecologist.

Question 6

a former pupil complains that after she went on the birth control implant after giving birth at 15, she has foul-smelling vaginal bleeding.

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Needs followup: Your former pupil needs follow up with doctor to assess foul smelling vaginal bleeding. If she is sexually active she also needs testing for STD/STI.

Question 7

i fell down my stairs 13 days ago and have had vaginal bleeding ever since, is this normal? im on birth control too.

Accepted Answer

Bleeding: Needs to be evaluated by your doctor.  Please see him/her so you can be checked for internal bleeding.  Peace and good health.

Question 8

how long does the heavy vaginal bleeding last after you start taking birth control pills?

Accepted Answer

Not usual: Heavy bleeding is not typical upon starting the pill. While it is common to have some irregular or break through bleeding or is not typically heavy. Check again with your doctor to assess the uterus for any abnormalities with an ultrasound and your blood tests for clotting problems.

Question 9

i have had abnormal vaginal bleeding for 13 days straight after having normal 4-5 day cycles while on the birth control pill for 15 years. concerned.

Accepted Answer

Breakthrough bleed: Breakthrough bleeding (bleeding at the wrong time)  is very normal on birth control. It happens in about 1/3 of users. Its no big deal and usually self corrects over time.  If you are not satisfied or it continues to happen  then consider using a different birth control method. It is a common side effect and does not mean something is wrong or that the pill is not working.

Question 10

had some light vaginal bleeding after having sex. on birth control, no sti's, no internal pain. some light discomfort around bottom of labia minora.

Accepted Answer

Vaginal bleeding: Any new or unexplained vaginal bleeding requires professional evaluation. Depending what STDs you were tested for, and when, more testing might be a good idea. Cervicitis -- sometimes caused by STDs -- is a common cause of bleeding after sex. Contact your doctor soon.

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Excessive vaginal bleeding after stopping birth control?

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I skipped my birth control and took 2 pills the next day. ive been experiencing moderate vaginal bleeding for the past 3-4 days is that normal?

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I recently started my birth control shot on december 11th. for the last three weeks i have experienced vaginal bleeding. not a flow. i need advice.

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Birth control + celebrex (celecoxib) = vaginal bleeding. should i be worried about this?

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A former pupil complains that after she went on the birth control implant after giving birth at 15, she has foul-smelling vaginal bleeding.

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I fell down my stairs 13 days ago and have had vaginal bleeding ever since, is this normal? im on birth control too.

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How long does the heavy vaginal bleeding last after you start taking birth control pills?

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I have had abnormal vaginal bleeding for 13 days straight after having normal 4-5 day cycles while on the birth control pill for 15 years. concerned.

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Had some light vaginal bleeding after having sex. on birth control, no sti's, no internal pain. some light discomfort around bottom of labia minora.

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