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Hi, I am 18 years old, and started taking the pill last fall. Just over a month ago I stopped taking the pill, mostly because it was to hard for me to remember to take it, and because I thought I would see if my body could regulate my periods better. I should mention that's why I started taking it, my periods were very sporadic, and I thought Birth Control could help, and it did when I took it. But now that I'm off it I haven't had a period. When I last had my period it was for two and a half weeks of very light flow, and that started the day after I stopped taking the pill. It has been 34 days, should I be worried?
Hi Josephine,
Thanks for your question. I'm glad that you went off the pill. I don't recommend any kind of hormonal birth control because of risks and side effects. Please consult your doctor about your period or lack of. Is it possible that you could be pregnant? Have you had sex?
Write me at DCHERYL51@yahoo.com so we can talk more. Looking forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Diane Cheryl
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Answers by Expert:
Diane Cheryl
Expertise
I can answer questions about the various methods of birth control. I can answer questions like "What would be the best method of birth control for me?" and other problems and concerns. I have researched side effects and risks of various methods of birth control. I have almost 23 years of experience working with various pregnancy resource centers. Please contact me at CHERYL51@aol.com if you would like to know more information about your situation or if I am "Maxed OUT".
Experience
I have almost 23 years of experience in counseling women about birth control and family planning.
Education/Credentials
Illinois Valley Community College, Austin Community College, Travel Agent Degree and almost 23 years of counseling experience.
I have worked with Pregnancy Resource Centers for almost 23 years.
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