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On Birth Control, Unusually Light Period, Overweight. What Is Going On?

I started low dose birth control on Friday May 4th. It was the first day I had blood spotting for my expected menstrual cycle. I have taken the pill every day since at almost the exact same time. And I have not had sex or any physical contact with any men at all during this time.

My period was unusually light for an entire week. I thought maybe this was a result of the pill. But now it is 15 days later and my period is still going. Today was the heaviest day yet. Can this be because of the pill? I should probably mention that I am overweight (5ft 3.5 inches 209 lb). I have an appointment with my doctor on 5/30 but now I'm getting concerned.
Mon, 27 May 2013
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Hi.
Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic.

Light or heavy flow, delayed or frequent period, irregular period, spotting and bleeding between period are all the different types of effects of OCP seen in various people in the initial few months. It will take 3 to 6 months for the period to get regularized after starting the pills as you are taking a low dose birth control pill.

Although you are not sexually active, you should continue the pills irrespective of the bleeding after the permitted gap for menstrual period. The bleeding will be controlled when the hormonal level increases if the pills are taken regularly.

Obesity with light period may indicate PCOD. The OCPs can result in weight gain in the long run and so you should reduce your weight. Since the bleeding has increased and is persistent, it is wise to consult the Dr. A combination of drugs like Mafenamic acid and Tranexamic acid will help to control the bleeding. Your treating Dr will know about these drugs.

I hope this is useful to you.


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On Birth Control, Unusually Light Period, Overweight. What Is Going On?

Hi. Thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic. Light or heavy flow, delayed or frequent period, irregular period, spotting and bleeding between period are all the different types of effects of OCP seen in various people in the initial few months. It will take 3 to 6 months for the period to get regularized after starting the pills as you are taking a low dose birth control pill. Although you are not sexually active, you should continue the pills irrespective of the bleeding after the permitted gap for menstrual period. The bleeding will be controlled when the hormonal level increases if the pills are taken regularly. Obesity with light period may indicate PCOD. The OCPs can result in weight gain in the long run and so you should reduce your weight. Since the bleeding has increased and is persistent, it is wise to consult the Dr. A combination of drugs like Mafenamic acid and Tranexamic acid will help to control the bleeding. Your treating Dr will know about these drugs. I hope this is useful to you.