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How long does it take after stopping oral contraceptives for my natural cycle to swing back to its rhythm? feeling so out of tune with my body lately.

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Dr. Stanley Swaby answered

30 to 90 days: Menses resumes within 30 days in many women after stopping the pill. However, by 90 days menses and fertility should resume in most women who had a regular cycle prior to the pill. If no menses after 90 days then an amenorrhea evaluation should be done.

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

How long does it take after stopping oral contraceptives for my natural cycle to swing back to its rhythm? feeling so out of tune with my body lately.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stanley Swaby answered

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