patch - going off of it?

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Registered: 06-08-2006
patch - going off of it?
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Fri, 03-09-2007 - 11:05pm

Alright, I am currently on the patch. I had my period last week...and usually (99% of the time) it is completely gone by that next Tuesday. On Wednesday morning I woke up with a heavy spotting (like I was still having my period). I am still spotting today (friday).

I called my doctor on Wednesday..and he said that if it continues to call him. Well, I am still slightly spotting. I am so sick of this - I am thinking of getting off of the patch. My husband and I are going to TTC in September. I feel like my body needs to rest and get back to normal. I would like to meet with my doctor before I make my final decision.

I am reading Taking Charge of Your Fertility. My husband and I are planning on charting and temping.

Any advice?? Thanks!

Amanda

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Registered: 12-30-2003
Sat, 03-10-2007 - 11:49am

Hi amszalk, welcome!


You could try taking 800mg of Ibuprofen twice a day. Sometimes that will decrease or stop irregular bleeding. TCOYF is a wonderful book; I know you will enjoy it. If

      Jill