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Ive tried bcps, iuds, nexplanon, the patch, the ring.. basically everything but shots, all varying hormone levels. was fine for 3 years on the pill, but now every single birth control makes me bleed 4+ weeks nonstop. why?!?!?!

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Evaluation: I would recommend an evaluation by a gynecologist. This could be primarily a hormone issue, but could be associated with a structural issue- fibroid etc. I would make arrangements to see a provider.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/18/2019

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A member asked:

Ive tried bcps, iuds, nexplanon, the patch, the ring.. basically everything but shots, all varying hormone levels. was fine for 3 years on the pill, but now every single birth control makes me bleed 4+ weeks nonstop. why?!?!?!

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

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