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Can Norethisterone Cause Irregular Menstruation?
Question: I took norethisterone to delay my period for a wedding. I took it September 22nd until October 1st. The wedding was September 30th. My usual period comes around the 24th-25th and lasts around 5 days. After stopping taking the norethisterone I started to bleed on October 8th, the 9th was extremely heavy bleeding. Today, October 10th I don't seem to be bleeding at all. Is this normal? And does this mean I will again be getting my period this month on the 24th or 25th for the usual 5 days?
I am confused as to how this all works.
I am confused as to how this all works.
Brief Answer:
this is normal
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for the query to HCM,
The bleeding which started on 8th and lasted till 9th was normal to experience as a withdrawal bleed after stopping norethisterone within next 7 -10 days. Usually bleeding lasts for 3-4 days, so you may experience some spotting in next few days. Your next menses shall be due only by 8th of NOVEMBER and not 24th of this month.
Regards
this is normal
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for the query to HCM,
The bleeding which started on 8th and lasted till 9th was normal to experience as a withdrawal bleed after stopping norethisterone within next 7 -10 days. Usually bleeding lasts for 3-4 days, so you may experience some spotting in next few days. Your next menses shall be due only by 8th of NOVEMBER and not 24th of this month.
Regards
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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