Patient's question:
On December 11th, my period arrived. It's supposed to come on the 9th in January, but on the 9th, I'm traveling, which would be inconvenient. Last time, I consulted about taking birth control pills to delay the period by 9 days. I'd like to take the pills around the 6th and stop by the 9th. Some people say taking progesterone or Yu Ting can delay the period, but I'm a bit confused. Please help confirm which one can definitely delay the period if taken. Will it cause the period to come earlier if taken? Urgent!!!Doctor's answer:
Contraceptives can delay the next menstrual period due to their effects of inhibiting and delaying ovulation and suppressing the endometrium. They may also cause a temporary increase in hormone levels in the blood due to temporary use, followed by a decrease and subsequent withdrawal bleeding, which manifests as an early menstrual period. The side effects of contraceptives may lead to endocrine disorders, menstrual irregularities, amenorrhea, infertility, or gastrointestinal discomfort, headaches, weight gain, nervousness, low mood, skin hyperpigmentation, and acne, among others. Contraceptives should not be used more than three times within a year, and only once per month. It is recommended that you adopt other contraceptive measures.