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Can Dianne Be Used As Contraceptive Medicine?
Hi, i just had a quick question. I have been diagnosed with PCOS, and have been given Dianne 35 birth control pills for this reason, and also to clear up my acne. I also plan on using it for contraceptive purposes just to be safe. My question is, since my periods are irregular (the last one i had was 3 months ago and still no sign of getting it soon), am i able to start the pill at any time or does it have to be on the first day of my next period (i just don't want to wait that long, as it could take months). Thanks!
Fri, 13 Jan 2017
Hi,
I think what you can do is to take some progesterone for 7 days for your periods to come. When you will stop the progesterone periods will come within 1 to 2 weeks, then you can start dianne from day 1 of your cycle. Just don't forget to do a urine pregnancy test before taking progesterone. Also I think you should do a thyroid profile and prolactin and an ultrasound for your follicles to rule out the cause of irregular periods. Dianne can be used for contraception.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Khushboo Priya
I think what you can do is to take some progesterone for 7 days for your periods to come. When you will stop the progesterone periods will come within 1 to 2 weeks, then you can start dianne from day 1 of your cycle. Just don't forget to do a urine pregnancy test before taking progesterone. Also I think you should do a thyroid profile and prolactin and an ultrasound for your follicles to rule out the cause of irregular periods. Dianne can be used for contraception.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Khushboo Priya
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