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Originally Posted by BLibertyS I'm 20 years old and just started birth control to help decrease severe cramps...I'm on ortho tri cyclen lo. Well, at the end of my second week of pills I started some light bleeding, now I am at the beginning of my third week of pills and I'm bleeding even more along with moderate cramping and some sharp, stabbing pains in my lower abdomen. I start the inactive pills next week, so am I just going to have a 2-week long period? I guess I'm just wondering if it is normal to have this much bleeding..will it balance itself out, or is the otc lo just not enough for me? Also, I went on this to stop cramps, not to have them last longer, is this normal? I've had no other bothersome side effects so far.
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Spotting is common when starting any birth control, and it can last several weeks. Usually, it stops after a few cycles, but some women find that these problems continue longer, and opt to try another combination of hormones. Cramping is also usually a temporary side effect. You may require a "stronger" pill but give your body adequate time. Many women have these problems with the low-dosed pills.
You may have a 2-week period, too. Just keep taking 1 pill everyday as directed. If the spotting continues into your next cycle, consult your physician for a brand change. You could try regular Ortho Tri-Cycle which is a little stronger each week, or try a different combination of hormones altogether.
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