I was on birth control pills for over 4 years. Then when I was married in 2003 I went off of the pills.when taking the pills I had 'normal periods'after going off the pills I had no period. 1 year later no periods. they put me back on bc pills to make sure I was still functioning, and I had a period with those.we were trying to concieve, so we were unable to stay on the bc pills. During the last 3 years I've had maybe 6 periods on my own without any drugs. I have had 3 ultrasounds done and there is nothing wrong there.My gyno plain told me that there is nothing wrong with me nad he gave me a medication that I can take a few times a year to make myself have a period, but other than that he has no idea, other than trying to lose a few pounds. Jan 06 I had a constant pain in my lower abdomen.he performed an ultrasound and pelvic exam.nothing. then in the last 4 weeks I've had SEVERE pain in my lower ab again.and it gets worse every day there is a constant pain with cramps. any suggestions
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I am glad you asked this question.  I will do my best to answer it in this forum because actually your situation is very complex and you need further work up and study.\n\nFirst, I would think first that you are not ovulating or producing the hormones to have a period.  Your OB/GYN can run tests on your blood to see what your levels are.  If normal then for study as to why your uterine wall is not thickening.\n\nSecond thing to consider with your abdominal cramping is endometriosis.  This is where the menstrual flow goes into your abdominal cavity rather than out of your body as it should\n\nThird. I am sorry to say that your gynecologist just doesn't seem to want to investigate this further.  I would check into seeing another OB/GYN.  Contact your insurance provider to see what other docs take your insurance.\n\nI hope this helps.
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Whoever told you that is a complete TARD! I have had periods for well over a month, and I have also gone 8 months without one at all (due to BC.) The thing is if you are young (25 and under) it is not really a big deal at all to go that long. Your body is still developing. If you were to have a miscarriage (and I am speaking from experience here!!!) you would know it! You don't just bleed, but you have wicked cramps and pains. It is not as simple as a prolonged period. So you are fine. You have not had any tragic miscarriages. You should however probably see a doctor just to make yourself fee better. Other then that if you have no pain then you are fine. Take care.
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I actually got my periods when i was 11 and they lasted for 7 days to this day (im now 27).  For the first 3-4 days it was quite heavy and then it became lighter every day after that until it ended roughly on the 7th day.\n\nI did go on the pill for uterus problems a few years ago and it seemed to reduce it down to 3-4 days which helped a fair bit.\n\nAs for whether or not its normal, i asked the same thing of my doctor.  Especially seeing i had endometriosis.  He told me that for every woman it is different and sometimes regardless of uterus health a woman can bleed for 7 days.  My own sister who is perfectly healthy also gets hers for the same amount of time.\n\nAs for your periods not coming on every month, it does mean there could be something to be looked into.  Go to your doctor and get it checked out.  Everything might be fine, or your body could just be getting over the stress of the accident.  Stress can make them become irratic.\n\nHope everything goes well, good luck.
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You should see your doctor about this. A normal period is every 28 days with 5-7 days of bleeding. The bad cramps could be a symptom of a potentially serious problem. For example, ten years ago I had severe cramps that weren't helped by OTC meds. An ultrasound revealed a 5cm cyst on a 4cm ovary. Fortunantly birth control was prescribed and the cyst was gone in a month. If it had ruptured, the Dr said it would have required immediate surgery, possibly a hysterectomy. I am not regular (every 28 days) either but that can also be controlled with meds. Definately call your doctor and make an appointment soon. Good luck.
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I think its perfectly normal, your body is adjusting to another form of contraception(artificial hormones) so there will be periods of uncomfortable lower pains in the pelvic region.\n\nThat said, it might be worth popping along to your gp to get it checked, it could be all matter of things and any infection should be ruled out.
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I was on Depo Provera for about 4 years.  When I went off it, it took about 3 months for my period to return.  So no, I don't think anything is wrong.  My ob-gyn said if I don't have one after about 3 months, then contact him.
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I could not take ANY form of birth control pills either. I would cry and have fits of temper that are not my norm. I finally got so bad that I was hitting my head against a wall and staring into space. My doctor wanted me to take the 3 month shot. I declined and within 2 weeks I was back to normal again and a generally happy person. \nEven though you don't have a medical degree you know your body better than anyone. Go to another doctor and explain to them your symptoms. If they don't listen find another one. You are not crazy and it very well could be the BCP's. I know it was with me.  \n\nGOOD LUCK!
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can you tell me your age, and has this happend before ? Do you have moderate - severe pain in the lower pelvic region? Are you sleepy alot of the time ? The reason I ask this is because some of the symptoms i asked you is related to endometriosis , which i to suffer. Abnormal period's lasting more than 7=10 days and coming back immediatley after is the first symptom , this is also more than not a heridetary condition . There is treatment available and most used is birth control pill's. Hope things work out , if you have any other questions id be happy to help
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You should go to your OBGYN.\nIt could be that something is wrong! \nPerhaps your hormones are off balance. \nSome birth control has this effect on women.  I had the shot variety birth control 1x after delivering my son.  I spotted daily for about 4 months then I did not get a period for 3 years.
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I have a condition called endometriosis which causes me to have severe cramps, crazy periods, loss of appetite, and other things. My doctor recommended birth control to help control all of the symptoms (and it was an added bonus because I'm sexually active but didn't want my mom to know). Tell your mom about your cramps and see if she'd be willing to support you. My mom was the same way - even though she knew I had a medical problem, she hated the idea of me getting on birth control because she felt it would give me the "wrong impression" about sex and blah blah.\n\nAs far as everyone saying birth control can mess you up - that's not true. The Depo shot can certainly mess you up, but birth control? No way. It's just a once a day pill you take that regulates things. It doesn't stop your period, doesn't make you fat, doesn't hurt your insides. If it were that dangerous, there wouldn't be dozens of DOCTOR PRESCRIBED birth control pills on the market. So don't worry about the "precautions" some people are trying to scare you with.\n\nIf worse comes to worse and your mom doesn't agree with it, look into some programs to get birth control without your mom knowing. Or have a friend get birth control for herself (pretend) and then use hers. Good luck, hun!
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ask the Doctor what side effects if any there may be for you if you do decide to go for it anyway. You may need to go on HRT, this may cause you more pains if they are hormone related.\n\ni am 23 and would consider it, because my periods are few and far between but when i am on i can be on for months. so i know what you are going through. I to can't take the pill as it gives me chronic pains and i can't walk however my test came back normal and i went for a scan, apparently there's not much else they can do.
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Yes you should see your doctor since this has never happened before. Maybe there is something going on that your doctor needs to know about. When I was on birth control I NEVER had a period. So maybe it's normal, but I don't think so because you said that this was the first time it has happened. So go and see your doctor. Hopefully he can put your mind at ease.
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If you are young and you have really bad cramps during your period along with other symptoms you might want to talk to your doctor first before taking the birth control pills. Tell him/her all of the symptoms you are having. It may be something more serious and if detected early it can save you a lot of pain in the future. \n\nI had severe pain that would restrict me to bed and I could not go to work. I had this pain ever since I started my periods. I am now 37 years old and finally a doctor did a laporoscopic procedure and it turned out I had severe endometriosis. I had to have a total hysterectomy taking everything out (uterus, tubes and ovaries). I will never be able to give birth to a child now. If it would have been caught earlier than my chances of having children would have been better.
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It could be a couple different things.  It's possible that you may have endometriosis or you may have cysts on your ovaries or uterus.  I have both and it sounds like some similar symptoms when I'm not on b.c.\nEither way, a vist to the gyno is needed.  I would go to a gyno, not your family doctor, a specialist will be more likely to give you an accurate diagnosis.
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It would be best to ask your doctor, but most likely this is normal since you stopped birth control. It can take some time to get pregnant after stopping the pills. It would be worth it to go anyway to get a good physical before you get pregnat to make sure everything it ok. \n\nYou said that you had no one to go with you to the doctor. Do you mean to drive you there? Or for communication needs? If is because of communication, you have the right to have an interpreter (at least in the US). Your doctor will need to provide one for you, you just have to request one. If you have asked before and they won't do it, then they may need some help understanding ADA law. Contact your state's Deaf and Hard of Hearing agency to get some help in advocating for yourself. I'm including a few links for you about ADA and information about state agencies. I hope this will help! Also... if you do not sign there are also "oral interpreters" that might be of help. I'll include information about that too.
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i have cramping and clear, sticky discharge during ovulation. it's been like this for many years for me so i know it's nothing else. if you've been on BC all this time and now stopped, it's likely you're just ovulating since BC stops ovulation, hence, preventing pregnancy. looking up your symptoms or calling your Dr. would be a start if you're really concerned
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It's possible that it's normal for you, but for your own good you should talk to your family physician or seek out a gynecologist.  Meds can do some strange things and that could have a bearing.  I have 5 prescriptions (not for heart) and I do have some side affects.  My hair was falling out and the doctor had to cut back one of my meds.