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Switching Birth Control
So I was on a 3-month long birth control where I would have my period only every 3 months. I had been taking that for a year. Recently, my doctor gave me a monthly birth control to try out for a couple months. So I am at the end of my first package and I still haven't had my period. Is this normal since my body is used to 3-month cycles instead of 1 month? My doctor said I was fully protected to switch over, but why did my period stop?
It is possible that you missed your periods due to the hormonal imbalance due to the change in medications. If this persists I would advise you to visit your gynecologist so that you can be examined and undergo investigations such as an ultrasound(if indicated) to find the underlying cause and have it treated accordingly. The following steps may help with regularizing your periods:
- Avoid fatty, oily, fried and junk food
- Exercise regularly (30-45mins/day)
- Destress yourself with practices such as yoga/meditation/tai-chi
- Maintain a healthy body and diet (Maintain a healthy weight as per your BMI)
- Have vegetable juices
- Include corn, beets, lettuce, drumsticks, and pumpkin seeds in your daily diet
- Avoid smoking and alcohol if you have the habit
Next Steps
Follow the steps as advised
Health Tips
If condition persists or worsens visit the gynecologist at the earliest
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