A 41-year-old member asked:
Is there a way to get lighter periods without birth control?
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Dr. David Kurssanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 37 years experience
NSAIDs : Generally the pill is the most reliable method to lighten the menses. Nsaids, like ibuprofen, motrin, advil, may be helpful, as well, but it is unlikely to be as effective.
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A 45-year-old member asked:
Do periods get lighter when on birth control?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. Cornelia Franzanswered
Specializes in Pediatrics
They can: Many women find that on oral contraceptives that their periods are lighter and shorter. Cramps are also diminished for many.
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A 30-year-old member asked:
Can there be any way to get help paying for birth control?
2 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in

Dr. Paula Hillardanswered
Obstetrics & Gynecology 46 years experience
Options vary : Many states have health department clinics where you can get free or low cost birth control, or planned parenthood has many clinics across the country (see planned parenthood.Org to find a clinic). Many medical centers also have birth control clinics. Birth control is always less expensive than an unplanned pregnancy.
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A 34-year-old member asked:
Do periods get heavier when you start birth control?
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Dr. Daniel Rychlikanswered
Fertility Medicine 28 years experience
Menses: Menses usually gets lighter with the pill. The pill works by decreasing the stimulation on the lining of the uterus.
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A 48-year-old member asked:
Why would someone take birth control to get periods?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in

Dr. Garrett Garneranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Good ?: Women who take the pill to get cycles do so to help clean out the uterus. A chronic absence of a cycle can cause a build up of tissue and even help a person develop precancerous cells in the uterus.
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