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A female asked:
Does birth control(bc) withdrawal blood cause back pain, and cramp like normal period? if you're pregnant would u have light withdrawal bleeding on bc
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Jeff Livingstonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 24 years experience
Take a test : If you think you might be pregnant check then check a home pregnancy test. They are cheap, reliable and available at any pharmacy. Typically birth Control pills make people cycles shorter and lighter. Some people do have back pain and cramps with their period
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Its it normal to have bad cramps and a period lasting almost 2 weeks with heavy bleeding while on birth control pills?
Dr. Wayne Ingramanswered
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No: There is another reason for the bleeding so consult the MD who gave you the pills.
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