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Menstrual Cycle

The changes that occur in the reproductive system of females, which makes pregnancy possible is called the menstrual cycle. This occurs from the rise and fall of hormones estrogen and progesterone, that results in thickening of the uterus lining and the growth of an egg.

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Is light bleeding a possible sign of implantation bleeding?

Query: Hello doctor,I am a 20-year-old female, and I take Drospirenone and Ethinyl estradiol as my form of birth control. For the past month, my schedule was a bit messed up, and the times I took my pills were irregular. I usually take them at 7 PM, but due to my new schedule, I would sometimes take them a...  Read Full »


Dr. Sujata Mittal

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. I do not believe this is implantation bleeding, but it is important to consider the potential effects of hormonal birth control, especially at the age of 20. While it helps with contraception, it does not provide protection against conditions l...  Read Full »

I have brown spotting after taking I-pill. Is it my period?

Query: Hello doctor, I took an I-pill at 12 hours post intercourse 10 days ago. Now, I just see a minor brown spotting. My period is due. I am unsure if the brown spotting is my period. Or am I pregnant?  Read Full »


Dr. Sujata Mittal

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com You have missed mentioning the date of your last periods. Nevertheless, there are fewer chances that you will get pregnant. If your periods are delayed by two to three days, please get beta hCG (beta-human chorionic gonadotropin) to rule out pregnancy. Please try to ...  Read Full »

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