No data was given about exactly which birth control pill you were taking.
Most birth control pills contain two hormones that interfere with the production of hormones which stimulate the function of the ovaries. These pills might also be used in cases of an irregular period in order to try to induce hormonal fluctuations similar to the normal and expected ones. Once the menstrual cycle is restored to normal, the doctor might recommend that you stop taking them.
However, repetitive and prolonged use of hormone-containing pills might affect the menstrual period in such a way that it might be irregular for a certain period after you stop taking them. The time needed for the normal menstrual cycle to restore differs and might range from several weeks and months up to one or two years in certain women.
You might want to talk to your gynecologist about if you are taking the pills properly and if the inadequate usage might interfere with the regular menstrual cycle and the possibility for conception.
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