What is breakthrough bleeding

Everyone knows that an unexpected pregnancy can cause great harm to a woman's body, so many women choose to take birth control pills when having sex. Although birth control pills can quickly prevent pregnancy, their side effects are also very large. Frequent use of birth control pills may also cause some menstrual irregularities, which can lead to breakthrough bleeding. So what does breakthrough bleeding mean?

Breakthrough bleeding is one of the side effects of oral contraceptives, but it does not happen to everyone. Some report that the incidence rate is 1~13.5%, some believe it is 2%, and some point out that it is 0.2~16.4%, but the highest is only 15~16%.

The reason for so-called breakthrough bleeding is actually very simple. It is caused by endometrial malnutrition leading to tissue degeneration. It has nothing to do with the occurrence of uterine cancer. There is no need to worry at all. The bleeding will disappear naturally during the medication process. You can also switch to other types of contraceptives, or take 1.5 to 2 times the original dose, and the bleeding will stop.

Another way to prevent bleeding is to stop taking the medication as soon as bleeding occurs and restart it on the fifth day after the bleeding started.

If the bleeding does not stop after taking the above measures, it should be considered that it is caused by other diseases. When switching to other contraceptive methods, a comprehensive examination must be carried out.

Irregular small amounts of vaginal bleeding are called breakthrough bleeding. Usually, the cause of bleeding is caused by gynecological diseases. It is recommended that you go to the hospital for a gynecological examination to rule out gynecological diseases. It may also be caused by long-term use of contraceptives, incorrect methods, or insufficient stimulants.

Pay attention to your own condition. If breakthrough bleeding continues, it is best to seek medical treatment. If the symptoms are relieved, pay attention to care, keep warm, and pay attention to your diet, stay away from spicy and cold foods, and ensure a healthy diet.