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I stopped taking the pill on may 30 when I discovered I had a DVT.

By Anonymous August 1, 2014 - 8:35pm
 
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I had sex 2 weeks prior to that right after my last cycle. It is July and I still haven't had a period but I feel all the twitching and cramping like I'm about to get it. I even took a test to be sure and it was negative. No sex since I stopped the pill so I'm concerned.

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Hello Anonymous,

Thank you for reaching out to us with your concern.

Any anticoagulant medication that you have been prescribed to treat the DVT (deep vein thrombosis), will not cause you to get your period. However, these blood thinning drugs can cause your menstrual flow to be heavier than normal.

In some cases, it can take a few months for your body to begin ovulating and menstruating on its own regular schedule after coming off birth control pills. Some women experience a delay before their normal menstrual cycle returns. This is particularly true for those who had irregular periods before taking an oral contraceptive.

Anonymous, I hope this information is helpful.

Regards,
Maryann

August 4, 2014 - 8:14am
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