Is it normal for my period to last longer after starting the pill?

[alaillama]

I started the combined pill on the first day of my period (21 pills then 7 days off). Normally my periods are 5-6 days long, but it has been 9 days and I am still having light bleeding. Is this normal? Is there a way to stop this bleeding?

Also, is there a link between beginning the pill and developing cold-like symptoms? Runny nose, cough etc?

[wobblybee Administrator Pioneer]

🤔 Hormonal birth control pills alter the body's natural hormone levels. Although many people use hormonal contraceptives to shorten or regulate their periods, they can sometimes result in heavier or prolonged periods. Abnormal periods are common during the first few months of taking a new hormonal medication.19 Aug 2019

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