question about birth controll??

Question

Okay. I'm on the patch at the moment. I've been on it for about three months. I replace it every week. Same day. Same time. Different spot. Just like the doctor said I should.
But I have continuous bleeding for weeks. This was supposed to stop my period, but instead it seems to have made it longer, just less painful.
I do not like doctors at all, so I want to see if anyone has some answers before I go back.
So any ideas as to why this would be happening? Or how I can stop it?

I got the birthcontroll to get rid of my period, because I get really sick during mine. The main goal was to end that. Not to prevent pregnancy.

Answer 1

This can be one of the disadvantages to use of the patch rather than the pill. The advantages to it include non-daily maintenance of birth control, as well as the visual reminder that you are on it. But since the hormone is being put directly into your bloodstream, certain side effects like blood clots in your limbs can rarely present themselves.

In studies, what's called "breakthrough bleeding" occured in the test subjects at a rate of:
18% in cycle 1
12% in cycle 3
8% in cycle 6 and cycle 13.
Breakthrough bleeding (requiring more than one pad or tampon per day) was reported by:
4% in cycle 1,
3% in cycle 3 and cycle 6
1% in cycle 13.

So it's quite normal for this to occur and the risks associated with it are very low. They usually occur from a thick uterine lining called the endometrium. You should see this effect dissipate after a few cycles if you have just switched to this new type of contraceptive, but if you are a smoker, it will disspate more slowly.

I must also point out that in some cases the breakthrough bleeding may be an indication that the patch hormones are not working to prevent pregnancy, and I would suggest seeing your doctor (even if you don't like us :). It's important to take care of yourself and make sure you know exactly what's happening with your body. If you don't feel comfortable with your current OB/GYN, I would suggest searching around for a new one. But definitely make a return visit to ensure the breakthrough bleeding is the simple, non-dangerous side effect that it usually is.

Take care of yourself.

Craig

Answer 2

I went through the same thing. I am guessing that your bleeding is minimal, but it's stil a P in the A. Your body is just taking a little time to get used to the hormonal changes. Give it another three months. Your body should adjust by then, and you may not have much of a period at all. If it still isn't working out for you, talk to your Dr. about nuva-ring, or just plain old-fashioned BCP's (if you can remember to take them every day. They really work well, but I had the forgetfullness problem, which led me to the patch and Dep-provera to begin with. Depo works well, too, but you will feel bloated all the time and will probably stop mentruating all-together. You also have to wait a while before your natural hormones kick in if you decide you want to get pregnant). Good luck. There are new BC methods coming out all the time. I think you'll find something right for you in time.

Answer 3

You should go to the doctor as soon as possible about switching to a different birth control. I was recently taking Yasmin and had the joy of a month of nearly continuous period, with pain the whole time. The doctor prescribed a different pill, and so far I am better. Every birth control pill (or patch) effects different women differently, and you have found out that the patch does not work for you.

Answer 4

When I went on the pill the same thing happened. I just stopped taking it. But, my doctor did tell me that this could be because the patch/pill is not releasing the right amount of hormones for your body. Every women is different. Talk to your doctor about your problems and maybe you can try a different kind of bc patch that will work better with you womanly chemistry.

Answer 5

I have heard that birth control can effect your period differently than what actually happens! Some birth controls can actually make you have a period...if you weren't before...or make it last a little longer! With me...it's the exact opposite! When I am on birth control...I didn't get a single period! I was on it for 2 years...and didn't get one! The only thing I can think of is to just go back to your doctor and tell them whats going on! Doctors are there to help you! This is just part of being a woman! Good Luck hun!

Answer 6

It takes awhile before it stops your period. It can take up to 6 months or longer in some cases. Talk to the pharmacist. They can give you a lot of info about a medication and you won't have to see the doctor. If this keeps up though, go see the doctor because you may have something wrong such as fibroids.

Answer 7

You should try another method. Also, the patch becomes useless if you are over a certain weight so check that out. I had big problems with the patch. Try orthro tri-cyclen that's a good one. If you don't like that I would say try the Nuva Ring. As for why it is happening, it could be a number of things. I would change methods and see if that helps.

Answer 8

i'm on the pill (like seasonal, so that i only get it 4 times a year), and the first few months it worked, and then it came earlier than it was supposed to and lasted 2 weeks. dont worry about it, it takes your body some time to adjust. you should be right on track soon. what i did is just stopped taking the pill until it was over with, and then started right back up when it was done. chances are, yours wont last for 2 weeks, but theres no stopping it until it stops itself.

Answer 9

You really need to see your doctor this could be a side effect or reaction to the method of birth control you are currently using. Pills are slightly more of a nuisance but I prefer them. I know what day I will start my period it lasts for three days and no cramps. Maybe the inconvenience of taking it daily also has its perks.

Answer 10

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