iCliniq Logo
HomeAnswersObstetrics and Gynecologyprolonged period

What could cause light menstrual bleeding in a woman for 10 days?

This Premium Q&A, reviewed and published, features a real conversation between an iCliniq user and a physician.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am under a contraceptive pill during menstruation. I have a history of continuous menstruation for more than ten days. The bleeding has been significantly less for the past ten days. Please suggest to me how to recover from this condition.

Thank you.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern. Firstly I need to know which contraceptive pills you are taking. Most contraceptive pills have 21 tablets, which should be started on the fifth day of the menstrual cycle. After taking all 21 tablets, you must stop the contraceptive pill within two to seven days. When the bleeding starts, you must start the next strip on the fifth day of the menstrual cycle. As you said, taking it continuously could be the reason for scanty menses.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed byiCliniq medical review team
Published At June 3, 2023
Reviewed AtOctober 30, 2025

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Listen to related tracks in our music library
Comprehensive Second Opinion

Read answers about:

hormonal imbalanceprolonged periodmenstrual cycle

Ask your health query to a doctor online

*guaranteed answer within 4 hours

Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.