Suggest Ways To Delay Menstrual Bleeding

Posted on Tue, 11 Apr 2017

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Question : Im feeding mother of 10 months baby. I want to delay my periods for a trip. Can i have any pills ?

Answered by Dr. Dr. B. Radhakrishnan. Nair (31 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
You can take progesterone

Detailed Answer:
Hi
GREETINGS
Is your periods regular.?
If so you can take progesterone tablet 5days before the expected date till the day you want to postpone.
For dose and brand consult your gynaecologist.
Hope my answer helps you.
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Dr. B. Radhakrishnan. Nair (35 minutes later)

Period is irregular

Answered by Dr. Dr. B. Radhakrishnan. Nair (15 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Then you have to start much before

Detailed Answer:
Hi
GREETINGS
IF periods are irregular you may have to start before 5 days.In that case consult a gynaecologist and find out the cause for irregular periods .Are you still feeding baby more than 6 to 8 times in a day.That can also be the cause of irregular periods.
Regards

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