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What Causes Light Menstruation While On Diane?

Hi I have been taking Diane 35 for 17 years. I have always had light periods but over the last 8 months they have gotten lighter and shorter. Last month my period only lasted a day. This month I didn t have a period at all but I had very bad stomach bug during the time I was supposed to menstruate. Can prolonged use of the pill cause periods to stop completely. I am 36 years old btw
Fri, 6 Sep 2019
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Hello,

* Long period of Diane consumption can alter the hypothalamus and pituitary pathway hormones to alter the menses to some extent in certain individuals.

* In my clinic, I recommend stoppage of the consumption of the same and wait for a period of 3-4 months to look for the menses returning and if necessary a work up with hormone profile of estrogen, LH and FSH is recommended.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
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What Causes Light Menstruation While On Diane?

Hello, * Long period of Diane consumption can alter the hypothalamus and pituitary pathway hormones to alter the menses to some extent in certain individuals. * In my clinic, I recommend stoppage of the consumption of the same and wait for a period of 3-4 months to look for the menses returning and if necessary a work up with hormone profile of estrogen, LH and FSH is recommended. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon