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What Causes Heavy And Longer Periods While On Contraception?

I have the contraceptive rod in have done nearly 3years. For the past 8 months I find I am having my period for either longer each time or maybe 19 days out the month. I am not a drinker and rarely drink alcohol but on the last 4 occasions I have drunk alcohol I have my period even if I have had a period. I am also sometimes bleeding now after sex on a few occasions. Can t get doctor appoinment till next week for a smear test.
Mon, 21 Sep 2015
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Hi,
Thanks for posting in HCM.
I understand your concern.
Menstrual disturbances in the form of heavy bleeding and/or longer periods are known side effects to be experienced by few when on contraception. These symptoms subside on its own or may be set right by means of medication.
Since you are also complaining of bleeding after sex, it would be better for you to get evaluated. You may require a PAP smear examination for these symptoms.
Kindly consult Gynecologist at the earliest for proper evaluation and management.
Hope the information provided would be helpful.
All the best and wish you good health.
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What Causes Heavy And Longer Periods While On Contraception?

Hi, Thanks for posting in HCM. I understand your concern. Menstrual disturbances in the form of heavy bleeding and/or longer periods are known side effects to be experienced by few when on contraception. These symptoms subside on its own or may be set right by means of medication. Since you are also complaining of bleeding after sex, it would be better for you to get evaluated. You may require a PAP smear examination for these symptoms. Kindly consult Gynecologist at the earliest for proper evaluation and management. Hope the information provided would be helpful. All the best and wish you good health.