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Are Nose Bleeds Common Side Effects Of Birth Control Pills?
are nose bleeds a common side effect of birth control pills? My 17 year old daughter began a new regimen this week and she woke up to a nose bleed, and it has been bleeding for over 45 minutes now. Not profusely. she is normal height, weight, etc and active.
Mon, 5 Feb 2024
Hello,
Birth control pills cause changes in hormone level. Due to changes in hormone levels nose bleeds can occur. Estrogen causes blood vessels to relax and dilate, making them more flexible, hence may be the cause of nose bleeds. In case nosebleeds occur regularly when on birth control pills, your daughter is advised to contact the doctor.
You will be recommended an alternative form of birth control that will suit you better. Irregular spotting or bleeding is another side effect of birth control that can last more than a year.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
Birth control pills cause changes in hormone level. Due to changes in hormone levels nose bleeds can occur. Estrogen causes blood vessels to relax and dilate, making them more flexible, hence may be the cause of nose bleeds. In case nosebleeds occur regularly when on birth control pills, your daughter is advised to contact the doctor.
You will be recommended an alternative form of birth control that will suit you better. Irregular spotting or bleeding is another side effect of birth control that can last more than a year.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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