Melanie L. asked

👶  Ob Gyn

I finished my period about nine days ago and am not supposed to get it for another 11 days. I just restarted my birth control yesterday because my new partner and I are sexually active but have been using condoms. I am bleeding again. Why is this happening?

April 27th, 2024

Miranda W. answered

When you start birth control pills mid-cycle, it can cause irregular bleeding. This is a common side...

April 27th, 2024

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