Short Menstrual Cycle

[shimma]

I went off my birth-control pills a couple of months ago, and my cycle is all out of whack. Maybe it's too soon to say for sure, but the last two periods I've had have been 17 days apart. This seems a little extreme! I had irregular periods before I went on the BCP but it was never this strange.

Anyone else have this problem? A Yahoo search seems to indicate it could be caused by a thyroid problem - I should probably get checked out for that.

[elonwy]

I've been on the pill for a long time. It can take anywhere up to a year for your cycles to adjust after going off (or on) hormonal birth control. This could be competely normal, or it could be a sign of something more serious. I would definitely discuss it with your Gyno.

Elonwy

[Guest gfinnebraska]

I was having my P every two weeks... went to the OB/GYN... did tests, etc. I ended up with a hysterectomy (am older than you I am sure). I am sure you don't want that... but it would be best to see your Dr. and see what is wrong. Hopefully your body just needs time to adjust to the lack of BCP. Let us know how you are doing...

[Janelson]

I know what you mean! I was on Birth Control and took it for about 3 months. Now that I have been off for about 4 months my last two P were really lite and only lasted a few days. Its really weird!

[Jen H]

I had a similar experience. When I went off the pill I got my period each month, but it would only last 2-3 days. It's normally 7 days. I've been off the pill for 7 months now and the last 2 months were more regular. Maybe it will just take a little time for your body to readjust.

Jen