Birth Control/The pill

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Expert: - 2/10/2010


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I have been on tri- cyclen lo for just over a year now. I started spotting on the Wednesday (a week before my period)and i am still spotting the following Tuesday with my period expected any time.  What does this mean?

Answer
Hi Melissa,

I will be curious to find out what happened in your situation. Spotting could be a side effect of the pill but I don't know why it would happen now, in particular.

I don't recommend any kind of hormonal birth control methods. The reason I don't is because of side effects and risks. Please consider some other birth control method. Please email me at CHERYL51@aol.com if you want to talk more about other options.

Sincerely,
Diane Cheryl
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Diane Cheryl

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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".

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I have almost 23 years of experience in counseling women about birth control and family planning.

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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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