Women may experience some type of spotting or irregular bleeding during the initial months of starting birth control pills.This is because the pills try to regulate the hormones of the menstrual cycle, and the body needs time to adjust to the hormones from the pills. Some women may ovulate while still on the pill due to missed doses or not taking the pills at a fixed time. This could lead to pregnancy while on birth control.
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I had spotting post birth control pills usage. Is it normal?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been on and off birth control for the past few months. Due to this, my periods have become irregular, and my bleeding is very light. I have been experiencing spotting for the last two cycles, along with period cramps and lower back pain. I am also sexually active. Is it a sign o... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. It may be due to hormonal imbalance, anemia, thyroid problem, or pelvic inflammatory disease. So, I suggest you do the following tests. 1) Thyroid profile. 2) Hemoglobin levels and peripheral smear study. 3) ... Read Full »