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Reason For Absence Of Periods After Removal Of Nuvaring?
Question: I have been on nuvaring for 10 months now and my periods have been very regular, I took the ring out 12 days ago and still have not gotten my period. Last month my period was moderate flow and only lasted 2 days. I have cramping in my abdomen and legs and have had a headache for 4 days now. I have done 3 over the counter pregnancy tests and they are showing negative. Should I be concerned and see a doctor or just wait a little longer to see what will happen
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Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for writing to us with your health concern.
Once in a while, on birth control, it is alright to skip a period.
Also, it is normal to experience slightly reduced blood flow due to the Nuvaring.
As the pregnancy tests are negative, I would ask you to wait for a few more days for your period, else repeat the test.
All the best
Take care..
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Thank you for responding quickly Today my breasts are very tender at the sides and hot also I have been cramping on and off since the 11 of February are these symptoms common if I were just missing my period from the birth control or is it more likely I am pregnant?? The last pregnancy test I did was yesterday and it was negative.
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Detailed Answer:
Hello again.
Breast tenderness and off and on cramping again are common on the birth control.
I dont think that you are likely to be pregnant, Nuvaring is quite effective.
Wati for a week else repeat the test.
Get the new ring in only after your period
Use backup till then.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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