My period was due on March 18, but I missed it. After waiting 7 days, I took Regestrone twice a day for 5 days. Bleeding started 3 days after stopping the pills, but the flow is very light, red in color, and not brown. I am not experiencing spotting, and my pregnancy test is negative. Why am I having such a light flow?

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Dr Shaik Kalam

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MD (Physician)
3+ Yrs

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Light bleeding after Regestrone is common. Not all withdrawal bleeds are heavy. It does not indicate pregnancy. Repeat Beta hCG to confirm. Also check TSH, FSH, Prolactin for hormone imbalance.

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Take a Beta HCG Test Test or Take a TSH Test (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) Test

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Answered 17/09/2025

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