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What Causes Bleeding After Plan B Intake?
Question: I took plan B last 7 days ago, now i'm experience bleeding and clots is this normal? I'm not suppose to get my period for another 2 weeks
Brief Answer:
bleeding is a common side effect.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to Healthcare Magic.
I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.
After taking plan B you may experience bleeding - this is a common side effect of the pill. The spotting is due to hormonal imbalance caused by the pill.
Also changes in your menstrual cycle may occur like a shorter/ longer cycle and a heavier/ lighter period than normal.
Your next period should come within the next month one week before or after you would normally expect your period. If your period is late by one week or longer you should make a pregnancy test to rule out pregnancy.
Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
bleeding is a common side effect.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to Healthcare Magic.
I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.
After taking plan B you may experience bleeding - this is a common side effect of the pill. The spotting is due to hormonal imbalance caused by the pill.
Also changes in your menstrual cycle may occur like a shorter/ longer cycle and a heavier/ lighter period than normal.
Your next period should come within the next month one week before or after you would normally expect your period. If your period is late by one week or longer you should make a pregnancy test to rule out pregnancy.
Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
It's not spotting it's heavy
Brief Answer:
Transvaginal ultrasound.
Detailed Answer:
Hello again,
Light and moderate bleeding after emergency contraception is normal. Heavy bleeding is when you have to change a sanitary napkin/ tampon once an hour or more and in this situation you should have a transvaginal ultrasound to rule out serious conditions. Also you should be examined by your doctor within 3 weeks after taking plan B.
Best regards.
Transvaginal ultrasound.
Detailed Answer:
Hello again,
Light and moderate bleeding after emergency contraception is normal. Heavy bleeding is when you have to change a sanitary napkin/ tampon once an hour or more and in this situation you should have a transvaginal ultrasound to rule out serious conditions. Also you should be examined by your doctor within 3 weeks after taking plan B.
Best regards.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad
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