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What Causes Nausea And Abdominal Cramps Along With Vaginal Spotting Upon Ceasing Birth Control Pills?
I’m 19 years old and I just recently stopped taking birth control. Since being on birth control I never had a regular period until this past month. About a week ago I started spotting a little and just thought it might be the start to my period but it stayed light for a few days and then stopped and now I haven’t ate barely anything in nearly a week because I have absolutely no appetite and when I think about eating I feel nauseous. Ive also noticed a few other things like a lot of cramping and weird cramping pains in my sides when I cough. At first I thought I could be pregnant and I took some test but they came back negative. Is it possible that I am pregnant and it’s just too early to show on a test? Please help
Wed, 7 Aug 2019
Hi,
When bleeding occurs for a longer period than it is usually as in your case then there are few possible causes and most common is a hormone imbalance. PCOS is one of the causes of hormonal imbalance.
While some causes may be easy to treat, others can indicate a serious underlying condition.
Whether you notice spotting or heavier bleeding in between periods, it’s important to see your doctor for testing, diagnosis, and treatment options.
Other potential other causes of bleeding between periods include a growth in the uterus or cervix, stress, change in medications, miscarriage, vaginal dryness.
Your doctor will also likely give you a physical exam, including a pelvic exam.
Diagnostic tests can help your doctor find the cause of the bleeding. Your doctor may draw blood to check hormone levels. Then right treatment can be recommened.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Ivan R. Rommstein, General Surgeon
When bleeding occurs for a longer period than it is usually as in your case then there are few possible causes and most common is a hormone imbalance. PCOS is one of the causes of hormonal imbalance.
While some causes may be easy to treat, others can indicate a serious underlying condition.
Whether you notice spotting or heavier bleeding in between periods, it’s important to see your doctor for testing, diagnosis, and treatment options.
Other potential other causes of bleeding between periods include a growth in the uterus or cervix, stress, change in medications, miscarriage, vaginal dryness.
Your doctor will also likely give you a physical exam, including a pelvic exam.
Diagnostic tests can help your doctor find the cause of the bleeding. Your doctor may draw blood to check hormone levels. Then right treatment can be recommened.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Ivan R. Rommstein, General Surgeon
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