Birth Control Patch

Yes. The drop in hormones causes the bleeding that occurs during patch-free week. This is no different, as you are not wearing the patch, so the hormones drop, ergo you bleed.
It is normal, You may take a mo. or 2 to get regulated again. If not see a Doctor.

First, what type of bleeding are you experiencing? Is it like a very light period - this may just be spotting, OR is it very heavy and bright red (could be a hemorrhage or miscarriage)? If it is the latter, definitely call the doctor and if you are losing a lot of blood, go to the emergency room! If it is light - like a light period or even a regular period, it is probably less serious. In this case call the doctor and discuss what is going on. Based on what you tell them, they will let you know if they think it is something that needs to be seen to right away or if it can wait. Possible reasons: How long have you been using the patch? It is not uncommon for a woman to experience spotting during the first 6 months or so of use. If you are on "Ortho Evra Lo," you may be experiencing breakthrough bleeding - this is common in estrogen sensitive women, and these women may require a birth control with a higher dose of estrogen (greater than 20 mcg). At any time, did the patch fall off? If so, was there a long time before putting on a new one or was there a long period of time between when you changed patches each week? Stopping the estrogen for a long (i.e. a day) period of time can cause you to get your period. It also increases your chances of pregnancy and the bleeding could indicate miscarriage. The patch may also be less reliable for women >198 lbs (not saying this is you!) and could also result in a pregnancy. Finally, there are other medical reasons for vaginal bleeding. Talking/seeing your doctor will help rule this out (or in!). Hope this was helpful..

If your patch falls off, you need to discard it and put on a new patch. You should not reuse the old one. Your health care provider should provide you with a prescription for a single "emergency patch" that you can have on hand for such a situation.

Yes, you can, but it's typically not the most economical way to change, and you may have unscheduled bleeding or spotting. The safest way to do so is to start the new pack on the day you choose, starting with the very first pill. Continue those as scheduled.

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.

Start your new pack immediately. You can start the next pack the minute you realize the rest of your pill pack has been skipped. You probably won't get a period until the inert pills at the end of the next pack--that's normal. If you skip an entire month of pills, you will be left unprotected. If you start the next pack a week late, like your questions implies, use a backup method for a week.

Hi, Your question is: Are you supposed to take your birth control during your period? When on birth control, depending upon which brand you are on you will either need to take sugar pills for 7 days or stop taking your pills for 7 days. Your prescriber should of explained this to you. Contact them to be certain.

If it is clumpy but soft and without a smell and occurs after your period it should be normal, but if it is thick and in particles are cheese like, then you either having a fungal or bacterial infection. See a doctor of advice on medication.

your period might start if you miss three pills. if that is the case, do not take any more pills until the period has ended. if you do take the pills it will make you bleed a tiny bit each day for a very long period of time. If your period did not start, then I suggest taking two pills in one day, and then continue taking them regularly each day after that. if you think you might need to take a plan b, then take it asap.

The benefits of using birth control patches, over pills, are that it only needs applying once a week and when usage is stopped, one can generally quickly become pregnant. Other benefits are better protection against anaemia and certain forms of cancer.

It's uncommon, but possible. If you've used the patch correctly, and have started no medications or herbs that might interfere with the patch, there's no special need to be concerned that it's not working. If the bleeding recurs, contact your health care provider.

Basically the birth control pill takes anywhere from a month to three or four months, depending on how your body accepts the pill. Im sure about this if your on orthotricyclen lo. Not really sure about other birth control methods.

If you had sex while missing two weeks of the birth control patch, you may be at risk for pregnancy. If you had sex in the last five days, consider using the morning after pill. You can restart the birth control patch immediately. Put on a new patch, and use a backup method until you've used the patch correctly for at least seven days.

No it does not. Birth control and/or emergency contraception pills do not work that way. They will not affect a pregnancy once it has begun. If you do not wish to continue your pregnancy seek help though your local Planned Parenthood or women's clinic. Taking an "overdose" also will not stop an existing pregnancy.

In terms of safety concerns, or effectiveness?

As far as safety, as in least dangerous side effects, COCPsA are the safest. The Combined Oral Contraceptive Pill (COCP), often referred to as "the Pill", is a combination of an estrogen (oestrogen) and a progestin (progestogen), taken by mouth to inhibit normal fertility.

The most effective form is Implanon, but that's not a pill. Your best bet is to stick with the COCP and take exactly as directed.

As with any medication, negative side effects can occur. The pill can cause weight gain and slightly increase chances of blood clots, heart attack, and stroke. Especially if you're over 35 and/or you smoke.

<<<<That's only partly true..The SAFEST form are birth control methods that only contain one of the hormones..The mini-pill, depo shot and Implanon do not contain estrogen and only progesterone and thus safer than combination methods. Estrogen and Progesterone together ups your risk of developing a blood clot. IUD's are very safe as the hormones are only delivered locally in the uterus and not throughout the body like the pills and other forms.

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Then take it off and make sure you put on your next patch on the next scheduled day you're supposed to.
Not much will happen. Your period may be a day or two late but that shouldn't affect when you put your next patch back on.

My doctor had told me that you take off the patch it may take 3 months to a year for the hormones to leave your body. however, every womans body is different. you may be able to get pregnant a month after you take it off. it all really depends.
Hi, It takes 3 months for all contraceptive medication to be completely erradicated from your system.

It would be a waste of money to take both Ortho Evra and birth control pills, as they work the same way and doubling up on them won't increase protection against pregnancy.

Some couples prefer to double up on methods to reduce the risk. If you'd like to consider that option, think about using a hormonal method (like the pill or patch) along with a barrier method (like condoms, the diaphragm, or the cervical cap). Condoms are a great addition, because they have the added benefit of reducing the risk of sexually transmissible infections.

If you change the birth control patch on the scheduled day but not at the same hour, you are still protected. If later than that, use a backup method for the first seven days.

Yes, you can put it on your butt abdomen or your upper outer arm

Yes, weight gain can be a side effect of any and ALL birth control. However, weigth gain is individual. Some will gain weight on the patch, some may not. Same for the pill, shot, etc. If you are experiencing weight gain, try a different form of birth control, often the same type, ie still a patch, but different hormonal make up will not produce weight gain. Best of Luck! FitWorkz.com
Yes. Some of the side effects include skin irritation, headaches, breast tenderness, irregular vaginal bleeding and moderate weight gain.
yes yes yes expect 20 to 80 lbs... nice side effect huh.not

No, you don't want to wear the patch during mestruation. However if this is your first time using this method of birth control and you chose to do a "Sunday start" then you will apply the patch on the first Sunday after you have started menstruating. This is ok if you are still "bleeding" because your body will eventually even its cycle out. Your doctor should be able to help answer any other questions or go to: www.orthoevra.com