Patient's question:
Doctor, I usually get my period around the 24th of each month, but this month I have an overseas trip, and it would be very inconvenient. What are some low-side-effect methods to delay my period?Doctor's answer:
Hello, according to your description, progesterone can be used. The common method is to take progesterone orally. Take 2-3 times a day for 1-2 days before the menstrual period is about to come (even if it has already started, it is not suitable). Each time, take 2-3 tablets (the daily dose is generally controlled within 12 mg). Continue taking it, and menstruation will not occur during this period. Based on the characteristic that menstruation does not occur until 3 days after stopping the medication, determine the number of days to take the medication. Short-term use of progesterone will not harm the user and has no significant side effects.