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It may not be normal but it isn't uncommon. The same thing happened to me and I was not pregnant. My doctor told me sometimes this happens the first month as your body is adjusting to the patch or pill. If you are really worried, take a pregnancy test, even if just to make you feel at ease as stress can also delay or prevent a period.
AnswerDon't worry you're not the only one out there who skipped a day or so after the patch, but if it will comfort you then a pregnency test could ease the stress.-----
After my first three weeks, I was 9 days late on my period. But it finally came. It was my first time using the patch. It's only your body changing and still adapting. I say it is normal to be late. And I read somewhere that it's also normal to miss it altogether.
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∙ 18y agoYep! Honey didnt anyone tell u?? That is the best part of Depo! NO PERIOD! You dont get it at all!!! you may spot a little once ur due for the shot again.. but, no period, no bloating, no cramps, no pms.. Its great.. but watchout, you can have probs. over long term use w/ gaining or having trouble losing weight.
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∙ 17y agoI would call the place where I got the shot at, just to make sure. Good luck and God Bless:)
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If you bleed on the 3rd week of using the patch how long will the bleeding last?
Of course it's diffrent for everyone. The first time I used the patch my first period on the patch lasted almost 2 weeks, and my doctor said that was nothing to be worried about. But after going off and back on the patch my first period on the patch was nonexistant, which my doctor also said was normal. So it all depends on your body, and how it reacts and how much time it needs to ajust to this bombardment of hormoines.
Is it normal to begin your period 1 day after putting the patch on?
It's not unusual to have unscheduled bleeding in the first three months of use of the birth control patch. After that, bleeding with the patch on is unusual, but doesn't mean that the patch isn't working as long as you've been using it correctly. If this bleeding recurs, see your health care provider for an exam.
Can your period last longer than the patch-free week?
Your period may last longer than the patch-free week. Continue using the patch as scheduled, regardless of bleeding.
When you stop using the patch how long will it be before what if your period starts?
You should put on your next patch on schedule, regardless of bleeding. If you're still bleeding when that date comes, put it on anyway. If you stop bleeding before that date, you'll still be protected.
When do you start your birth control patch?
WHEN TO START If this is the first time you are using ORTHO EVRA, wait until the day you get your menstrual period. The day you apply your patch will be Day 1. Your "Patch Change Day" will be on this day every week. You may choose a "First Day Start" or a "Sunday Start" as defined below: First Day Start: Apply your first patch during the first 24 hours of your period, which will be considered your "Patch Change Day." If the Patch is not applied within the first 24 hours of your period, you must use back-up contraception, such as a condom, spermicide or a diaphragm, for the first week of patch use. Sunday Start: Apply your first patch on the first Sunday after your menstrual period starts
What if you get your period when you have the birth control patch on?
If you bleed when the patch is on, continue using the patch as scheduled. Contact your health care provider if this becomes an ongoing problem.
What if you get your period while the birth control patch is one?
If you get your period while wearing the birth control patch, continue using the patch as scheduled. If this becomes a problematic pattern for you, contact your health care provider.
If you have your free week whilst on the evra patch and have a period then you put on new patches for the next 2 weeks then stop takin the patch and bleed is this second period a real period?
Like all of the other episodes of bleeding while using the patch, the bleeding you experienced is withdrawal bleeding. Your next period will come in four to six weeks.
What should I do if Ive already started the Evra patch but my period isn't due for a few days?
Use a backup method of birth control, like condoms or abstinence from vaginal sex, for the first seven days of patch use. Continue using the patch on schedule regardless of any bleeding, changing it weekly. During the fourth week, wear no patch.
Does using patch give you smelly discharge?
Using the patch can cause an increase in normal discharge - but discharge with a bad odor is almost always caused by an infection. You should see your doctor or family planning clinic to be tested.
You got off the pill and had a normal first period and then your second one currently late Is that normal or are you pregnant?
If your period is late and you have been having sex without using anything to prevent pregnancy, you should take a pregnancy test.
Started period 3rd week of birth control patch?
This is called break through bleeding, it happens to some women when they first begin using any hormonal BC but should stop over the the next 2 cycles. Continue to use the patch as directed.
