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I take yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) for over 2 years. this month my period is very heavy. that hasn't happened since i take the pills, they always made it lighter. is it norm?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

An off month: An occasional “off” month is very common. If you have had nice light cycles for the past two years and then only one heavy one that does not seem like a big cause for concern. I would track your cycles over the next few months and see if they get back to your usual pattern

Answered 9/5/2015

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A member asked:

I take yaz (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) for over 2 years. this month my period is very heavy. that hasn't happened since i take the pills, they always made it lighter. is it norm?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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