Hello and welcome to Ask Dr. Hazel our mini episodes where I answer a question from our audience.

So let's hear from this week's listener.

Hi, Hazel. When should my period return if I've stopped taking the pill?

And what should I do if it doesn't?

Thank you so much for your question. Just a really quick disclaimer that the information

provided here is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice or

replace that of your usual healthcare provider. So, in theory, after stopping the pill,

periods should return within four weeks, but not everyone will find this.

I would say that it's reasonable to wait for about three months for it to return,

and if it doesn't return by then, it would be wise to go see your doctor and explore some

reasons why. Now, depending on how long it's been, they may want to do some investigations to see if the pill

has been masking any underlying conditions such as PCOS or amenorrhea.

It's also really important for me to say that you can still get pregnant as soon as you come off the pill,

so it's really important to use another form of contraception if you do stop and don't wish to get

pregnant.

I hope that answers your question and it's been helpful. That's all for me. See you again next time.