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I am 22. Is bleeding after my periods due to my weight gain?

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Hello doctor,

I am a 22-year-old female. I had my period eight days ago. I have a regular cycle; however, I noticed I was bleeding today, and it seems like a regular period. After doing some research, I think it might be a few things. I was last sexually active three months back, and it was unprotected, so I am not sure whether it is because of an STI. I stopped my birth control pill a month later, and I have had two normal periods after that.

However, my last period (eight days ago) was much longer than usual. Usually, my periods last six days, but this one lasted eight days. I stopped my birth control pill, and I have had regular periods since then. So, I am not sure whether it might be a delayed thing after stopping my period. My mother has fibroids, so it might be that. However, as far as I know, I do not seem to have any myself. I recently gained weight (15 -17 pounds) in just over two months. I started taking some probiotics three days ago and Vitamin C. I would just like your opinion if it is something to worry about.

Kindly help.
Answered by Dr. Suchada Chaiwechakarn

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Dr. Suchada Chaiwechakarn is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist. She is skilled in managing normal and high-risk pregnancies, performing cesarean and vaginal deliveries, and providing comprehensive antenatal and postnatal care. She is experienced in infertility evaluation and treatment, gynecological surgeries (both laparoscopic and open), management of menstrual disorders, menopause care, and family planning services. She also focuses on preventive women’s health care and patient education.

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Hi,

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There are several factors that lead to irregular menses. Weight loss or gain can also lead to irregular menses. I do not think you should worry too much about having a period after six days of finishing a normal period. In fact, your ovaries could be suppressed by birth control pills and have not returned to normal function, although you had normal menses. Normally, it takes about three months for your ovaries to regain normal function after taking birth control for several years.

I hope this helps.

Please feel free to reach out in case of further queries.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Divya Banu M
Published At August 23, 2019
Reviewed At February 25, 2026

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Dr. Suchada Chaiwechakarn is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist. She is skilled in managing normal and high-risk pregnancies, performing cesarean and vaginal deliveries, and providing comprehensive antenatal and postnatal care. She is experienced in infertility evaluation and treatment, gynecological surgeries (both laparoscopic and open), management of menstrual disorders, menopause care, and family planning services. She also focuses on preventive women’s health care and patient education.

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Dr. Suchada Chaiwechakarn
Dr. Suchada Chaiwechakarn

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Suchada Chaiwechakarn is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist. She is skilled in managing normal and high-risk pregnancies, performing cesarean and vaginal deliveries, and providing comprehensive antenatal and postnatal care. She is experienced in infertility evaluation and treatment, gynecological surgeries (both laparoscopic and open), management of menstrual disorders, menopause care, and family planning services. She also focuses on preventive women’s health care and patient education.

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