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I'm on nexplanon and this causes irregular and prolonged periods. i'm taking estrogen, which helped for 3ds but now it's back. should i call my dr?

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Dr. Parul Krishnamurthy answered

Specializes in Obstetrics & Gynecology

Sure: Best to stay off any short term estrogen, but this is exactly what it will do.

Answered 7/29/2015

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A member asked:

I'm on nexplanon and this causes irregular and prolonged periods. i'm taking estrogen, which helped for 3ds but now it's back. should i call my dr?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Parul Krishnamurthy answered

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