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At Boulder Valley Health Center, we offer safe and effective menstrual suppression options for anyone who wants to reduce or stop their periods. Whether you experience heavy or painful bleeding, want relief from menstrual symptoms, or are seeking gender-affirming period management, our team is here to support you with respectful, personalized, evidence-based care.
We understand that every body is different. Our clinicians work with you to identify the menstrual suppression method that best fits your health needs, lifestyle, and goals.
Menstrual suppression uses hormonal medication—typically progestin or a continual dose of progestin and estrogen—to safely prevent the build-up and shedding of the uterine lining. This results in lighter periods or no periods at all.
Research shows that menstrual suppression is safe for long-term use and medically appropriate for many people, including:
There is no medical need to have a monthly period when using hormonal methods.
Most people experience full suppression in 3–6 months, though some notice improvements sooner. Light spotting is common in the early months and is part of the normal adjustment period.
Bodies respond differently to each method. If the first option isn’t the right fit, we can help you explore alternatives until you find what works best.
For transgender men and nonbinary individuals using testosterone, menstrual suppression can be an important part of gender-affirming care.
It is safe to combine testosterone with period suppression, and many patients use both methods to reduce or eliminate menstrual bleeding.
We offer all major menstrual suppression methods, allowing you to choose the option that best fits your needs. During your appointment, we’ll discuss how each method works, expected timelines, and what you can anticipate.
Menstrual suppression may be right for you if you:
We proudly serve people of all genders and identities and provide services that support your comfort and well-being.
Our team is trained in the latest menstrual suppression research and treatment options.
Your care is tailored to your body, your goals, and your lifestyle.
We prioritize your trust and comfort, providing judgment-free care at every step.
We believe in and support reproductive freedom. BVHC provides supportive, respectful, and caring health care that is high-quality and affordable.
For more than 50 years, Boulder Valley Health Center has stood as a place of care, compassion, and hope. Every day, people from across our community come through our doors seeking the healthcare they need — sometimes in moments of crisis, sometimes for routine care that keeps them safe and healthy.
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