A member asked:

Im bleeding on birth control after my period. zafemy, started 3-4 months ago. bleeding started 3 weeks ago, after changing a patch. had my period, bleeding stopped, but patch on and its started again. why?

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Most commonly, breakthrough bleeding is caused by inadequate progesterone. Finding the right birth control for each person can be a challenge. If patches are applied to areas where skin is thicker, or if the adhesive causes a mild allergy - the medication contained cannot be absorbed properly. Tell your prescribing physician the issue you are having 3 months out, and s/he will likely change it.

Answered 6/16/2021

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