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Having PCOS. Bleeding After Taking Norgestimate-eth Which Is Prescribed By Doctor. What Does This Mean?

I have not had a period since end of may 2013 thats when i stoped birth control due to stomach pain (i was on it for almost 3 years)just went to the doctor a few weeks ago and after blood testing getting done I was told that I have polycystic ovary syndrome but its not "as bad as it could be " I was told . and if I change my life style and lose weight it could be a lot better. I was given a birth control pill to see if I would have a period its called norgestimate-eth estradiol. I started Monday so its been four days and just a few minutes ago I started bleeding a little what does this mean ? And I've also felt sick for 3 days nauseas and have had a stomach ache .earlier today I started having diahrea. Please help me out !
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I presume that pregnancy was excluded before prescribing this medication. The cause of the current spotting in that case should be due to withdrawal. The cause of the nausea, diarrhea is most likely the progestogen pill that you have been given to induce a period. You can expect a period within 3-7 days after completion of the treatment. If that does not happen, consult your doctor for further help. PCOD is the commonest hormonal disorder found in the reproductive age group and responds very well to treatment. Maintenance of a healthy body weight, daily exercise and a proper diet go a long way in the management. Hope this helps.
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Having PCOS. Bleeding After Taking Norgestimate-eth Which Is Prescribed By Doctor. What Does This Mean?

Hi, I presume that pregnancy was excluded before prescribing this medication. The cause of the current spotting in that case should be due to withdrawal. The cause of the nausea, diarrhea is most likely the progestogen pill that you have been given to induce a period. You can expect a period within 3-7 days after completion of the treatment. If that does not happen, consult your doctor for further help. PCOD is the commonest hormonal disorder found in the reproductive age group and responds very well to treatment. Maintenance of a healthy body weight, daily exercise and a proper diet go a long way in the management. Hope this helps.