A 42-year-old member asked:
can birth control/contraceptives cause excessive bleeding?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Mark Trolice answered
Fertility Medicine 31 years experience
Not usually: Birth control pills actually can decrease mensutrual flow and occasionally result in no periods. During the first three months of use, breakthrough bleeding may occur. Evaluation by your gynecologist is appropriate.
5506 viewsAnswered Jan 24, 2019
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:
Last updated Jan 24, 2019
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
24/7 visits
$15 per month
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.