I started my period on March 30 and began taking a new birth control pill on April 2. I had unprotected sex on April 4. Will I be protected against pregnancy, and if not, what are the chances of pregnancy? Additionally, how long do I need to wait after finishing the placebo pills in the pack before I can have unprotected sex again?
October 29th, 2024
I have been experiencing light spotting for the past two days. My last period started in mid-February, and I have been on birth control since March 2019, skipping the placebo pills until recently when I started taking them again. I experienced spotting when I took my pill late several times in the past. I am currently on my second week of active pills and am worried about hormonal imbalances or other issues. What could be causing the spotting, and what steps can I take to address it?
November 3rd, 2023
It’s the week of my period and typically I would be going through a couple of tampons a day, but for the last four days I’ve just been passing stringy clots when I use the bathroom, with no blood flowing like usual. I’m on birth control (NORG-EE 0.18-0.215-0.25/0.035 TABLET) and have been having cramps on and off. My periods are typically regular, and I did not miss or delay any pills. When did your menstrual period start?
May 17th, 2023
I have excruciating period pain that has been causing me to scream and cry in pain for years. The pain is localized in my lower stomach/stomach area and is very sharp and stabbing. I'm 19 years old and have tried Tylenol, Aleve, and Advil, but none provide consistent relief. My periods are decently regular, sometimes starting a few days early or late, and the pain starts a day before bleeding and increases significantly on the first day of bleeding. I occasionally have spotting after intercourse and experience pain during intercourse only at certain angles. What could be causing this pain and what tests or treatments should I consider?
January 13th, 2024
I thought my period was coming on and it’s a couple of days early and it’s really light, barely there, and brown and doesn’t smell or look like period blood. What does this mean?
March 25th, 2023
I have been experiencing tender breasts, cramping on one side, fatigue, and headaches for a few days. My period is not due until April 30th, but I noticed a pink discharge when I wiped. My last period was April 2nd, and my cycle is regular. I am not on any birth control and have been sexually active during my fertile window from April 9th to 19th. I have not noticed any changes in diet, weight, or medications, but I have been eating more than usual and feeling hungrier. What could these symptoms mean?
November 3rd, 2024