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Re: CONTRACEPTION: Why won't I stop bleeding? From: D. Ashley Hill, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net) Sat, 20 Oct 2007 20:59:26 -0500 (CDT) Messages sorted by: [ date ][ thread ][ subject ][ author ] Next message: Daniel: "CHRONICPAIN: I think my girlfriend has dyspareunia...what can I do?" Previous message: Hope : "WELCOME: To Our Women's Health Forum Daniel Martin, M.D." In reply to: Daisy: "CONTRACEPTION: Why won't I stop bleeding?" Next in thread: Daisy: "Re: CONTRACEPTION: Why won't I stop bleeding?" Reply: Daisy: "Re: CONTRACEPTION: Why won't I stop bleeding?" Daisy- This is a great question. Depo-provera is a progestin, and progestins work to thin the lining of the uterus (called the endometrial lining). Sometimes they work a little too well and really thin the lining, leading to an irritated endometrium. This can cause frequent, even daily bleeding. Of course, there are other conditions that can cause this symptom. Normally I ask my patients to check a home pregnancy test, and, if negative (it usually is), to take a 10-14 day course of estrogen. This often does the trick. If not, then I usually ask her to come in for an exam or quick look inside the uterus to make sure there are no polyps or fibroids or infection. Unfortunately, I doubt the bleeding will stop on it's own, so I would go ahead and make the appointment. Best wishes, Ashley Hill -- D. Ashley Hill, MD Division Director, Dept. of Obstetrics and Gynecology Florida Hospital Orlando Medical Director Loch Haven Ob/Gyn Group 235 East Princeton Street, #200 Orlando, Florida 32804 http://www.lochhavenobgyn.com Please understand that due to time constraints I am unable to answer any personal emails, therefore they will receive no response. These comments are general educational comments and should not be construed as specific medical advice. The best person to answer your health care questions is your physician or other health care provider. Thank you very much. Next message: Daniel: "CHRONICPAIN: I think my girlfriend has dyspareunia...what can I do?" Previous message: Hope : "WELCOME: To Our Women's Health Forum Daniel Martin, M.D." In reply to: Daisy: "CONTRACEPTION: Why won't I stop bleeding?" Next in thread: Daisy: "Re: CONTRACEPTION: Why won't I stop bleeding?" Reply: Daisy: "Re: CONTRACEPTION: Why won't I stop bleeding?"

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