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I have been on birth control since i was almost 18! I'm 21 now and lost health insurance so I quit taking it when I ran out and figured my body could us the break. But I had no period for 2 1/2 or 3 monthes and now i have been on a period for 9 days now with a heavy or moderate consistent flow! When will it stop?
Connie,
Everyone's body is different, and people react very differently in terms of birth control. It is normal for your body to go through a stage of adjustment (such as having no period, or having a heavy long-lasting period) when beginning a new birth control method or right after ending one, such as you did. Usually this period of adjustment shouldn't last longer than 3 months, so I would recommend that if your period lasts 2 weeks or more, then you should check with a physician. As for not having health insurance to cover your birth control, are you aware that Planned Parenthood can usually provide women with low cost birth control that is based on your income? There is also a form of insurance called Plan First that is specifically meant to pay for birth control for women who don't have any other form of insurance. Thanks for the question, and I hope I helped!
Lyndsay
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| Comment | Thanks so much! Im just wondering when it will stop and my long term boyfriend is getting agrovated but ill wait a little longer then call my old doctor and just ask! Thanks for the help!!! | ||
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Answers by Expert:
Lyndsay Mercier
Expertise
I can answer questions regarding birth control options and their effectiveness, which one might be right for you, where you can get birth control,possible side effects, insurance and pharmacy issues, and any other question you may have!
Experience
I am trained in Sexual Health Peer Education, and have extensive training regarding birth control and STIs. I am also a volunteer for Planned Parenthood, a leading provider of low-cost birth control.
On a more personal note, I got pregnant at the age of 15 so I can tell you which methods do not work. I am also a current user of birth control and have had personal experience with a number of different methods.
Organizations
I am the President of Northern Michigan University's chapter of VOX:Voices for Planned Parenthood, which is a student organization focusing on sexual health and education, unplanned pregnancy prevention, and STI prevention.
Publications
I have written an article regarding my teen pregnancy story which will be published on www.teenwire.com on June 24th.
Education/Credentials
I am currently a senior at Northern Michigan University majoring in Psychology and minoring in Sociology and Gender Studies. I am trained and certified in Sexual Health Peer Education and am currently teaching a college course focusing on STI prevention.
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