Patient's question:
I took a short-acting birth control pill (21-day cycle) last month due to irregular menstruation. This month, for some reason, I took it for 14 days and then stopped. My period came on the sixth day, and the amount was the same as usual. Today is the fifth day of my period. Do I still need to take the short-acting birth control pill today? Because I used to start taking it on the fifth day of my period?Doctor's answer:
If you want to focus on regulating your period, focus on taking the medication diligently and on schedule. It is recommended that you pay attention to rest and avoid cold exposure in your daily life, maintain dryness and hygiene in your private area, change your underwear frequently, and wear breathable cotton underwear. Avoid extremely cold, spicy, and irritating foods. Gynecological diseases are a type of gynecological condition that is prone to occur. During medication, women should pay close attention to their own care, especially in terms of hygiene. It is advised that patients pay more attention to avoiding sexual activity during the treatment period and maintain cleanliness.