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pinkstarrs
Member # 26215
posted 12-15-2012 04:29 PM
I took plan B twice in one month and ive been spotting twice a month for three months now. should i go see a doctor or wait?
Robin Lee
Member # 90293
posted 12-15-2012 04:53 PM
HI There, it's not unusual after taking Plan B, be it once, or more often than that, to experience alterations to one's menstrual cycle (including spotting) for several months afterwards. So, what you're experiencing is not outside of the usual realm of what one would expect. However, if you're uncomfortable or concerned, you certainly can go see a doctor to make sure nothing is amiss. Would you like to talk about birth control options since you've had an increased need for emergency contraception recently?
pinkstarrs
Member # 26215
posted 03-02-2013 11:18 AM
the spotting is still happening twice a month? Should it be taking this long? It's probably been like this for five months now [ 03-02-2013, 11:22 AM: Message edited by: pinkstarrs ]
Robin Lee
Member # 90293
posted 03-02-2013 12:11 PM
We can't actually say how long it should take for the effects of emergency contraception to go away, particularly since you took it twice in a short period of time. certainly though, if this spotting is concerning you you can go see a healthcare provider. Do you have one that you can make an appointment with?
pinkstarrs
Member # 26215
posted 03-02-2013 12:21 PM
Yes I do. Is it something I could just wait out? Or is it something to be concerned about?
Robin Lee
Member # 90293
posted 03-02-2013 01:21 PM
What you describe isn't ringing alarm bells for me. So, if you want to wait it out a few more months, it's likely safe to do so. Have you taken Plan B since the initial time you took it? Are you on any other sort of birth control?
pinkstarrs
Member # 26215
posted 03-02-2013 07:52 PM
So it should go back to normal at some point? it can't permanently be like this? No I haven't and I'm not on any birth control.
Karybu
Member # 20094
posted 03-02-2013 09:21 PM
No, plan B can't cause any permanent changes to your body. Can I ask, though, whether you're up to date with your STI screenings and gyn exams?
pinkstarrs
Member # 26215
posted 03-07-2013 10:22 AM
I'm not up to date on those screenings
September
Member # 25425
posted 03-07-2013 10:31 AM
Then it sounds like it would be a great idea for you to make an appointment with a gynecologist and get started with your regular check ups. While you are there, you can also ask any questions you may have about your spotting, and discuss your options for birth control.