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Birth Control, Late, Why?
Hi, okay so like 19 days ago I started my birth control.. Its called ortho tri-cyclen lo if that helps any.
Anyways so my last period was on July 19th so as you can see im late.
But I havent had unprotected sex or anything and the thingie says I will be protected the first day I take it if its a day one and 7 days if its a sunday start.
So theres like no possible way im pregnant. I know im not. [hopefully] but why am I so late? Is it because of my birth control?
&& I feel like im getting my period soon but ive also felt like this for a few days..
Any answers?
Please and thank you.
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one of the very common side effects of birth control is an irregular cycle. some pills cause irregular spotting and periods, while other stop your period all together. try asking your doctor (if you got the pills from one) about the characteristics of your pills. otherwise, try googling them and getting the info from a credible website.
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It could be due to quite a few factors:
Stress. It can really delay your period if you're stressed out about things. Best thing to do if it's that is to relax and it'll show up when it shows.
Pills. Your body is adjusting to the new dosage of hormones that you're inputting into your body. So it should show up when you take the inactive pills. At least some time during that week.
Those are the two most likely explanations. If this continues on for another month, you should see your health care professional about it.
Cheers,
stargirl
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The first couple months you'll be irregular. You won't get your period like you used to, you'll get it when you start taking the inactive pills [sometimes not for a few days]. Or, you might not have a period at all the first month or two.
EDIT: It's okay to use tampons once you start your period. It's not a great idea to use them before or after, a thin pad is a better alternative.
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