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What Causes Painful Menstrual Bleeding While On Birth Control Pills?
Hello I just switched birth control I had the iud and happily went back to the pill I have never had a period so painful and heavy also my feet hurt so bad and tingle I m n alot of pain thus is my second month 9n the pill u know it will get better but I m wanting to know if this is normal or of any underlieing issuse
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Hello,
Contraceptives may cause dysfunction uterine bleeding.
The OCP reduces the amount of prostaglandin produced by glands in the lining of the uterus, which then reduces both uterine blood flow and cramps.
So you may use tranexamic acid with mefenamic acid.
If symptoms not improved please consult your gynecologist she will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu,
Internal Medicine Specialist
Contraceptives may cause dysfunction uterine bleeding.
The OCP reduces the amount of prostaglandin produced by glands in the lining of the uterus, which then reduces both uterine blood flow and cramps.
So you may use tranexamic acid with mefenamic acid.
If symptoms not improved please consult your gynecologist she will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu,
Internal Medicine Specialist
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