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Does Contraceptive Pills Cause Irregular Periods?

I started taking my contraceptive pill 3 weeks ago, and started bleeding about 1 week after! My period has lasted nearly 2 weeks now, my vaginal area is red and really sore. It feels like I have all torn the lining of my vagina, my period stops for a few hours then comes back goes from red to brown then red again, what am asking is this normal ? x YYYY@YYYY is my email it entered incorrectly x
Tue, 30 Aug 2016
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Hello,
I have gone through your query and understood the concern. During the initial 2-3 months after initiation of hormone contraception, there is an increased tendency for menstrual irregularities ranging from heavy, early periods, intermittent spotting and mid-cycle bleeding. This usually settles as the body adjusts itself to the new hormone milieu. The vaginal soreness is due to the persistent bleeding and spotting and having to wear protection. Avoid using tampons and use sanitary pads instead. Do not douche or use strong soap solutions to clean the genital region. Use mild antiseptic solution. Take help from your health care provider to control the bleeding. You will need styptics and observation. Hope this helps.
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Does Contraceptive Pills Cause Irregular Periods?

Hello, I have gone through your query and understood the concern. During the initial 2-3 months after initiation of hormone contraception, there is an increased tendency for menstrual irregularities ranging from heavy, early periods, intermittent spotting and mid-cycle bleeding. This usually settles as the body adjusts itself to the new hormone milieu. The vaginal soreness is due to the persistent bleeding and spotting and having to wear protection. Avoid using tampons and use sanitary pads instead. Do not douche or use strong soap solutions to clean the genital region. Use mild antiseptic solution. Take help from your health care provider to control the bleeding. You will need styptics and observation. Hope this helps.