Bleeding?

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Registered: 09-10-2003
Bleeding?
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Wed, 10-01-2003 - 6:47pm


Hi everyone!

I am on my 2nd week of Phase II. I've lost 11.5 pounds now...I think I finally broke through my plateau thanks to Alison and Maryann and others for their great advice.

Small problem and a personal one at that...I'm on the Birth Control Pill...been on it for years...but this month, I'm in the second week of pills and I just started bleeding today. A little cramping and enough for a tampon...which is unusual since my periods are seriously light in the first place. has anyone had this side effect from changing their WOE? I'm worried because of the cramping in my back...and because I've never had spotting on the pill...I've been on time and taking my pill everyday. Any advice to put my worries at ease would be great!

A girl at work said she had the same problem...and hers was internal bleeding! :( Scary! But it went away in a couple of days. But still...that can't be good.

Thanks for listening to my worries!!

Amy

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Registered: 09-10-2003
In reply to: amydmbfan
Fri, 10-03-2003 - 2:36pm
That definitely helps me! Thanks for the great explaination! :) Although it sucks to still have th spotting at least I know why...it's lasted about 3 days now...which it's literally heavier than a regular period, and some cramps like a regular period. It's nice to have validation...but is not great to have two periods a month. Who knows, maybe we won't get our regular period because their won't be anymore lining to shed? I'm even getting some bloating like a regular period too. :( Anyhow, at least I know it's a sign I'm doing something right.

Thanks again,

Amy

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Registered: 09-15-2003
In reply to: amydmbfan
Fri, 10-03-2003 - 2:48pm
I wonder if this is what's happening to me? I have been having an "extra" period in the middle of my cycle. It comes with full fledged PMS, bloating, cramping, craving, and irritable. I thought it was because I switched to a mini pill from the regular pill, but now I'm wondering if my new WOE is partly to blame. I'm really REALLY hoping this goes away.
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Registered: 09-10-2003
In reply to: amydmbfan
Tue, 10-07-2003 - 1:12am


Ok, I posted this a week ago...and I'm still bleeding. This is like a regular period...I haven't called my doctor, I know she is going to want me to come in, but I'm on temporary insurance since I just graduated from college and have only a part time job. I don't know if anyone else has had this for this long...I'm sure it is definitely partly due to this WOE, but it just feels like it's been so long! Any advice or reassurance from anyone in the same boat would be great. Thanks in advance.

Amy

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Registered: 09-23-2003
In reply to: amydmbfan
Tue, 10-07-2003 - 10:28am
Hey Amy

I had my "extra" period for 7 days! And my 'regular' period usually lasts only 2-3 at most. I didn't bother calling my doctor either, and it did go away but as I said, 7 days later. This has been one crazy experience and I'm hoping it won't happen again. The last day I had it was this Saturday past and now I am due for my regular period this Saturday coming. I'm not sure if I'll actually get my 'regular' period because I lost so much already this month. I guess I'll just have to wait and see...


Take care,

Jenn

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Registered: 09-16-2003
In reply to: amydmbfan
Tue, 10-07-2003 - 12:27pm
Hi Amy,

If you are in a no or low insurance time and you have some GYN needs, go to Planned Parenthood! They operate on a sliding scale, depending on how much you can pay, and are really wonderful with any sort of irregularities. I used to go to them for my regular GYN check-ups when I was doing freelance work (no insurance!) Don't neglect your bod, especially when you are trying to get healthy!
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Registered: 02-04-2004
In reply to: amydmbfan
Fri, 02-20-2004 - 10:21am
Glad Maggie linked this from the other question along this line. Also VERY glad for this board and to hear that what's happening here is not a fluke. Bleeding heaviest since days following having the kids and it's no fun at all. At least I know to just wait it out. Thanks again board!
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Registered: 01-08-2004
In reply to: amydmbfan
Fri, 02-20-2004 - 11:15am
happened to me for a good 7-10 days the first month i was on SB...had my period and everything has been normal since
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Registered: 04-21-2004
In reply to: amydmbfan
Thu, 04-29-2004 - 5:39am
I am having this same exact problem - I am on the pill and got my period in the middle of my pill cycle starting 1 week into SB. 8 days later, I still have it! And it is much heavier than a "normal" one. So, my question is this...this is clearly a common occurance by SB dieters and I've seen a lot of speculation as to the cause, but was it ever addressed by Dr. Agatson? Thank you in advance for your help!

-Tracy

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Registered: 03-19-2003
In reply to: amydmbfan
Thu, 04-29-2004 - 7:50am

Tracy, if it happens again next month call your gynecologist to at least let him/her know.

Susan :)

 

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Registered: 04-21-2004
In reply to: amydmbfan
Thu, 04-29-2004 - 7:54am
Thank you for your prompt reply. I will do that. Do you know why it is so common amongst SB dieters?

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