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Delaying period

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bobisbored · 15/04/2023 19:00

I have an appointment for a colposcopy which I've had to rearrange once already due to being on my period. I've just checked and I'm due on the day before the appointment. I really don't want to cancel again. Is there a way to safely delay it? I'm not on the pill.

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EbbandTheWanderingHearts · 15/04/2023 19:09

Yes, get some norethisterone from the Doctors. It delays your period. I've taken it before and worked well.

Willywanderer · 15/04/2023 19:10

Ask your GP for norethisterone or I think you can get it in superdrug etc (does it matter - can you not just wear a tampon)? Hope it goes ok

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bobisbored · 15/04/2023 19:57

Willywanderer · 15/04/2023 19:10

Ask your GP for norethisterone or I think you can get it in superdrug etc (does it matter - can you not just wear a tampon)? Hope it goes ok

It says in the letter that they can't do the procedure if you are bleeding. I guess they wouldn't be able to get a good look at the cervix and it would be pretty grim for me and them.

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bobisbored · 15/04/2023 19:57

EbbandTheWanderingHearts · 15/04/2023 19:09

Yes, get some norethisterone from the Doctors. It delays your period. I've taken it before and worked well.

Thank you! I'll call them Monday.

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