....and I'm on the "placebo pill" week. Obviously, that started on Sunday, but I still haven't started my period yet. Isn't it supposed to come by now? It's probably just natural since it's my first month using it and I'm not freaking out or anything...I just wanted to know if other people experienced this when they first started the pill too.\n\nOh, if it matters, I'm on Yasmin or whatever that damn Y-one is.
208639
I am on the pill and my last day is Sunday. I never start my period before Thursday. So I wouldn't be to worried. It has always been that way for me.
103579
Wait for atleast a week, it's adjusting to your body. Also be very careful with the patch because it's really strong and it could do damage on your nervous system. I did the patch and my leg started tingling, if it does that take it off. Your period may take a little longer to finish. If the patch starts giving you problems call the Dr. and they will put you on a different birthcontrol probably pills.
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How long ago was your son born?\nYou should be able to start taking it on a Sunday.  That's what I did - without birth control pills my periods only come a couple of times a year so it was impossible to predict when it should come.  If it matters, you can try to plan it - with Yaz, your period should come maybe 4 weeks after you take the first pill(normally I'd say roughly 3 weeks and 3-4 days, but Yaz has more active pills so it would be a few days later, maybe between 3 weeks and 5 days to 4 weeks and 2 days).  So figure out if you hav enaything going on you wouldn't want your period for, and plan that way.  If nothing is coming up, just start taking it on Sunday.
618355
here's the deal with the pill. you technically have about a three day window to take it before the hormones leave your system, but this is a VERY wide window. you should be taking it within the same hour every day, but if it like you say was only a three hour window, you will be fine. if you are still worried, use a condom and go back to taking your pill AT THE ORIGINAL TIME you were taking it before the slip up:) and call your gyno or local planned parenthood if you need to ask stuff like this, they're awesome at answering every kind of question;)
631307
not to worry, basically what she can do is skip one day from the pill and continue taking the rest of her package for that month, missing one pill is fine as long as she doesn't keep missing them, i have had the same thing happen to me, also if she does happen to have a habit of missing her pills she may want to try going on the patch, you wear it for one week then change it, and she can wear one every week, and if has plans one week like going to the beach she wears the patch so she doesn't get her period, it has the same hormones as the pill does, just in a patch form and it is much more convenient. Hope this Helps!
205791
your body has been through total madness hormones everywhere as well as emotions....despite using the pill ur periods may still be all over the place due to the changes your body has been going through...as for the ibuprophen i have only heard that anything with asprin in thins the blood (more bleeding occours) so avoid any asprins and if your at all worried consult your doctor and ask for a secound opinion if you feel he hasnt been to thorough
291186
I was on it about 3 months ago for 5 days and had a normal period when it was over (actually alot lighter than normal). I would get in to see your dr. immediately! Don't let them give you the run around!!
246903
I was on the shot - I hated it! I was depressed, tired, and gained weight. Yeah, I got my period way less than any other BC, but it just wasnt worth it. I am now on Nuva Ring (monthly BC) and i have no complaints yet.
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I don't know what if the symptoms are the pill or pregnancy, but you are supposed to use a second form of birth control for the first week if you haven't been taking the pill before you started Yaz. I would be surprised if you were pregnant because you're supposed to start the you're on your period. If you did that schedule, you shouldn't worry. But I'd go get a pregnancy test just to put my mind at ease.. or see your doctor. According to the packaging contained within the Yaz pills, you should stop taking Yaz if you are confirmed pregnant, but there isn't conclusive evidence that taking it during the first weeks of pregnancy can cause birth defects.
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Honestly, no. When I was on Yasmin I felt like you do now on Ortho Lo. However, if you're wanting a low dose pill, I'd try it for a few months to see if it helps, we're all different and my hormones are all screwed up. Try keeping a journal on how you feel while taking it to see if you have any changes. If you are still feeling like you do now, talk to your doctor again. There are many birth control options other than just the pills. \nGood luck, I hope you feel better soon.
511194
It is normal that you may miss a period when you first start the pill.  If it doesn't come next month I would suggest she see her doctor.  If she is having unprotected sex and wants to put her mind at ease she can take a home pregnancy test.
539487
Congratulations!  No, you definitely do not have to worry. It's annoying when your period shows up unexpectedly like that, but not everyone has an ultra-predictable cycle, especially when they're really young.  It might take a while for your body to establish a schedule, but that alone is not something to worry about.
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If you are still bleeding(not breakthrough bleeding) and your on the birth control. Call your dr or ob/gyn right away that is not right. \n\nDo you mean yasmin 28 birth control? Its better if you take it the same time of day i've taken it our the next day because I forgot. \n\nNausea, vomiting, headache, stomach cramping/bloating, dizziness, vaginal discomfort/irritation, increased vaginal fluids, or breast tenderness/enlargement may occur. Acne may improve or get worse. Vaginal bleeding between periods (spotting) or missed/irregular periods may occur, especially during the first few months of use. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. If you miss 2 periods in a row (or 1 period if the pill has not been used properly), contact your doctor for a pregnancy test.
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I used to be on the patch and my periods weren't normal. Sometimes I would start while still on the patch, and sometimes it wouldn't come until halfway through the patch-free week. I had complications with it though. I had my period for like a month, so I went to the doctor to see what was wrong. They told me that the patch probably wasn't the right birth control for me and switched me to the Depo shot. I love it. I don't get my period at all except for a few days before my next injection. It's awesome. Hope this helps.
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Well, thats weird.  My doctor told me to take my pill starting on the day i start my period.  Go to your doctor and just ask him to explain it again to you and make sure you clearly understand.  Dont have sex if you are not sure you're taking it right!
439573
boy do I have a story for you!  I once had my period for 23 day straight.  I first went to my normal doctor and she did absolutely nothing.  No tests were run or anything.   I then went to the gyno hoping for an answer.  He preceeded to tell me that it was because I was fat and that the fat cells give off more estrogen and that can prolong your period.  I went home crying still not knowing exactly what to do about the problem.
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I don't know how Alesse brand pills work, but I thought that you were supposed to begin the pill pack the first Sunday AFTER your period starts.  So if you had started your period on a Sunday, I'm pretty sure you should've started the pills the next Sunday.  Either way, it takes a little while for your body to really adjust to the pills (about 7 days before it provides birth control protection and potentially a couple of months until your cycle is regulated), so I wouldn't worry too much if I were you.  But if you are worried or have any questions, call your doctor and they'll be happy to answer any questions you might have.