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I’ve Been On Birth Control Since I Was 15 And
Question: I’ve been on birth control since I was 15 and I am now 21. Within the last year I’ve started bleeding for 12+ days even while still taking the pill. What is coming out during those 12+ days is brown clotted blood rather than fresh blood and I also get extremely painful cramps. Is this something I should be concerned with?
Brief Answer:
Ultrasound scan required
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I understand your concerns.
Following is my reply:
1) Reason for such bleeding / spotting could be due to hormonal variation at your age and switching of pills.
2) Other reasons could be polyp / fibroid in uterus. Adenomyosis or endometriosis could be reasons.
3) I suggest see your gynecologist once and see if you can request for an ultrasound scan to check the above plans if exists.
Let me know if you need anymore help.
Regards
Ultrasound scan required
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I understand your concerns.
Following is my reply:
1) Reason for such bleeding / spotting could be due to hormonal variation at your age and switching of pills.
2) Other reasons could be polyp / fibroid in uterus. Adenomyosis or endometriosis could be reasons.
3) I suggest see your gynecologist once and see if you can request for an ultrasound scan to check the above plans if exists.
Let me know if you need anymore help.
Regards
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