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how long does it take when you stop the pill for your periods to return to normal, im two weeks late have all the symptoms and am so bloated...done two pregancy tests all negative can someone please tell me whats going on?
Jay,
When first starting the pill, it can take up to 3 months for your period to become regular. Did you have any unprotected sex before beginning the pill? When you say you have all the symptoms, do you mean pregnancy symptoms or period symptoms?
I don't think its very likely that you are pregnant because its not likely for you to have two pregnancy tests that are both wrong. Since your period is two weeks late, a pregnancy test would be accurate at this point if you were pregnant.
Try not to stress about it too much, even worrying about your period can make your period late!
Hope I could help,
Lyndsay
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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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