light period

iVillage Member
Registered: 10-29-2004
light period
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Sat, 10-30-2004 - 6:18am
hiya,

I have been on the pill for about 2 years. My last period was a day late and lighter than ususal. Im a bit worried as i heard that vaginal discharge is a sign for pregnancy and ive been getting this recently (and i havnt had it for about 3yrs!) I dont think I missed any pills etc. although I dont always take my pills at exactly the same time everyday (does this matter by the way?)anyway i don't know if i should get a pregnancy test or not. thanks
iVillage Member
Registered: 12-30-2003
Sat, 10-30-2004 - 12:37pm
Hi andrealou2004, welcome!

Taking your pills on time is important in keeping your hormonal protection effective. Other things that could decrease your pills effectiveness are vomiting within 2 hours of taking your pill (that counts as a miss) and taking antibiotics and other meds and supplements that might affect your metabolism of the hormones in your pills. If you are concerned you might want to test, just for peace of mind. Let us know how you're doing, ok?

Good luck,

      Jill