Short AF??

mithical · Jun 1, 2008 7:20AM

Ok, the background bit...

Stopped pill end of March, had withdrawal bleed, this is second natural bleed. Withdrawal bleed was 8 days, first natural bleed was 9 days (with a bit of spotting day before CD 1, not counted.)

This time had spotting late evening Tuesday, Wednesday called CD 1, red af with full cramps and backache (while I was having to concentrate at work...the witch!!) Thursday and Friday, lighter bleeding no pains.

$:\$ ?Today absolutely nothing so far??? $:\$ ?

So what is all that about? Do you think I have had an af of 3 days? Does it mean anything? Will I start to bleed again later? Help! (Please...)

mithical · Jun 1, 2008 5:46AM

Well due to the lack of replies...I've decided to post again myself. lol

I did bleed yesterday, reasonably lightly. But nothing it appeared overnight again. $:\$ ? I an obviously still having af, but it is a lot lighter than last month, and I can't work out why it seems to stop at night?

Anyway, I'm grateful it's not heavy, if it stops earlier than my last 8 and 9 days, so be it. Just as long as ov happens I'm happy. My luteal phase seems to be about 15 days. xx

mardy · Jun 1, 2008 6:36AM

Hi

Thought I would reply as I have had this also, I came of the pill in Nov last year and since had very regular AF - 28 days but v.light. probably only lasting 1 day but stop start spotting.

I went to the doctors and he did a blood test, all my hormones came back ok but I had a slightly raised prolactin level. I think it is the pill though and my body needs to sort it self out.

The doctor did say that this does not affect your fertility and keep trying - so as you say as long as you ov who cares!!!

Who would have thought we would be complaining about a short pain free AF!!!

Good luckx

NeverQuit38788 · Jun 1, 2008 6:40AM

Hi
I came off the pill in March and then had light bleeding during the day and nothing at night - my last proper period with pain was last week so I think it takes a while for your body to sort itself out. i was on the POP so don't know if it makes a difference. xx

mithical · Jun 1, 2008 6:59AM

Thank you both for your replies. I was just worried this was going to completely mess up, what have been regular cycles since I stopped the pill.

Nice to know other people have had the same thing.

You are right mardy, I never thought I'd complain about not having an af, or a change in it! xx

dappytart · Jun 1, 2008 7:03AM

My af is only 3 days 4 at most. I was told anything between 3-8 days was normal but I don't know for sure!

hjanea · Jun 1, 2008 7:05AM

I am usually 4-5 days including the brown to start and finish with. The shorter the better as far as I'm concerned!!

mithical · Jun 1, 2008 7:08AM

Thanks dappytart. I'm just not used to a short af, and thought it was finishing early. It's still going but a lot lighter than last month. xx

mithical · Jun 1, 2008 7:10AM

Yeah I don't disagree Helen, just unusual for me to be so lucky! lol xx

hjanea · Jun 1, 2008 7:15AM

Hope it continues to be shorter for you- less inconvenience and cheaper!! Better yet would be a bfp and no af for ages-though that would be more pricey!!!lol.xx

mithical · Jun 1, 2008 7:20AM

I did say to OH, I would prefer to have none. At least for 9 months!! xx

Short AF??

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