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Could Delayed Periods While On Nuvaring Be Due To Hormonal Changes?
I have been on the nuvaring for a few months, last month it had fallen out within 3 days after putting one in and got flushed down the toilet, bf and I had sex three times before I had noticed and now I am a week late. Have 3 negative pregnancy test results but am having pregnancy symptoms. Could I be pregnant or could it just be my hormones are out of wack? Thank you for your help
Tue, 2 May 2023
Hi,
It is possible that delayed periods while on Nuvaring could be due to hormonal changes. Nuvaring is a hormonal contraceptive that works by releasing hormones (estrogen and progestin) into the body to prevent pregnancy. These hormones can affect the menstrual cycle, and it is not uncommon for women to experience changes in their periods while using hormonal contraceptives.
However, it is also possible that the delay in your period could be due to pregnancy, especially if you had unprotected sex around the time the Nuvaring fell out. While the chances of pregnancy are lower when using contraceptives correctly, there is still a small risk of pregnancy. It is important to note that a negative pregnancy test result does not necessarily rule out pregnancy, especially if the test was taken too early.
If you continue to experience pregnancy symptoms and have not gotten your period, it is recommended that you follow up with your healthcare provider for further evaluation. They may recommend repeating the pregnancy test or performing additional tests to determine the cause of your delayed period.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
It is possible that delayed periods while on Nuvaring could be due to hormonal changes. Nuvaring is a hormonal contraceptive that works by releasing hormones (estrogen and progestin) into the body to prevent pregnancy. These hormones can affect the menstrual cycle, and it is not uncommon for women to experience changes in their periods while using hormonal contraceptives.
However, it is also possible that the delay in your period could be due to pregnancy, especially if you had unprotected sex around the time the Nuvaring fell out. While the chances of pregnancy are lower when using contraceptives correctly, there is still a small risk of pregnancy. It is important to note that a negative pregnancy test result does not necessarily rule out pregnancy, especially if the test was taken too early.
If you continue to experience pregnancy symptoms and have not gotten your period, it is recommended that you follow up with your healthcare provider for further evaluation. They may recommend repeating the pregnancy test or performing additional tests to determine the cause of your delayed period.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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