Spotting on BC

[thatgirl4]

Hello,

I have been on birth control for 2 years. I started out on Tri-Estarylla and was switched to Tri-Previfem after about a year because the pharmacy stopped carrying Tri-Estarylla. My periods were always routine and like clockwork. 2 months ago, the pharmacy switched back to Tri-Estarylla. I went through a month's worth with no issues but now I am 4 days before my period for this month and I am slightly spotting.

I have read that stress can cause this and there is no doubt I have been stressed. I started back to college full time last week and I am working full time. I am also making a few "grown-up" decisions that have me rather overwhelmed (should I buy a house, etc ..).

My question is whether or not this is common or if there is another underlying problem. Is there a chance my period is just early or could this mean something else?

I have had unprotected sex twice in the last two weeks but he did not ejaculate. I have taken my birth control regularly and have not skipped any days or doses.

I should also include that the main reason I'm on BC is to regulate my period because I have PCOS (poly cystic ovarian syndrome).

I am playing a waiting game to see what happens in the next few days but I thought maybe you could provide me with some information.

Thanks!

[Sam W]

Hi thatgirl,

It's quite possible that the spotting is a side effect of have to switch between brands, but that's one of those things we can't say for sure.

I do want to check, are you up to date on your STI tests?

[thatgirl4]

Yes I'm up to date. No pain out of the ordinary or anything else just spotting. As today progresses, it almost just feels like the beginning of my regular period.