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Does Doxycycline Intake Affect The Menstrual Cycle?

I had a bilateral salpingectomy about a month ago, at the same time I also had my IUD removed. Today I started my second cycle since the procedure however, it s extremely dark in color. Seems more like a brownish color than what it should be. I just finished a round of doxycycline for supposed case of endometritis so I m not sure if this would have an affect on my cycle. Should I be concerned?
Wed, 28 Dec 2016
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Hello dear. Doxycycline is often anecdotally reported to interact with the menstrual cycle. Many women report that their period is delayed. This delay can last anywhere from a few days to several weeks. This delay is reported to occur both in women who are sexually active and those who aren't.

The menstrual cycle is very sensitive to hormonal levels. These hormones can be affected by a variety of factors, including nutrition, stress and alterations in the circadian rhythm. While it is possible that doxycycline can interact with hormone levels, the conditions that often warrant doxycycline treatment (infection or malaria prophylaxis) can also lead to stress and dietary changes.

Common doxycycline side effects may include:

1. nausea, vomiting, upset stomach;
2. mild diarrhea;
3. skin rash or itching; or
4. vaginal itching or discharge.

Hope i have answered your question. Feel free to contact me if you have any more questions. I ll be glad to help you.
All the best
With warm regards
Dr Sanjay Kini
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Does Doxycycline Intake Affect The Menstrual Cycle?

Hello dear. Doxycycline is often anecdotally reported to interact with the menstrual cycle. Many women report that their period is delayed. This delay can last anywhere from a few days to several weeks. This delay is reported to occur both in women who are sexually active and those who aren t. The menstrual cycle is very sensitive to hormonal levels. These hormones can be affected by a variety of factors, including nutrition, stress and alterations in the circadian rhythm. While it is possible that doxycycline can interact with hormone levels, the conditions that often warrant doxycycline treatment (infection or malaria prophylaxis) can also lead to stress and dietary changes. Common doxycycline side effects may include: 1. nausea, vomiting, upset stomach; 2. mild diarrhea; 3. skin rash or itching; or 4. vaginal itching or discharge. Hope i have answered your question. Feel free to contact me if you have any more questions. I ll be glad to help you. All the best With warm regards Dr Sanjay Kini