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Re: elongated period

From: Tracy (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 14 May 1998 15:42:05 -0500 (CDT)


At Thu, 14 May 1998, Lisa wrote: >
>I am 19 years old and started birthcontrol about 2 months ago with only
>the usual side effects except for recently. Firts my period came a week
>early, and now it's been more than 9 days with a constant flow. Should
>I be concerned, or is this normal for the pill? I also just ended a
>slight yeast infection. Could this be connected? I would be gratefull
>if anyone had some answers.

It usually takes f few months for your body to totally adjust to the pill. Hormones can have a big effect on your body. Wait it out, and if it persists, maybe see your doctor for a different prescription. You may have also gotten the yeast infection from the pills because it can also be triggered by hormonal changes.

Tracy

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