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Endometriosis/LupronDepot Shot
Mine was so bad, they had to go back in a few months later and do a ... I have been offered to do birth control pills, but the hormones through me for a ...
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- I had to do lupron (when trying to get pregnant with IVF) and no it's not fun. I guess I don't understand why your doc is wanting to "overkill" the whole thing if your...
- I have had 2 lupron depot shots both for IVF treatments, followed up with daily lupron injections closer the the embroyo transfers. I have had absolutely no side effe...
- You really NEED to hear more about how people have been able to deal with endometriosis through natural means (perhaps talk to a couple), with nutrition, through my co...
Questions About Birth Control
I have heard that some birth control pills which are safe while nursing can be less effective if the amount of nursing you do changes. The reason I can't ...
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- I asked the same question, and although IUDs are supposed to prevent fertilization, it's not fool proof and it is possible to still get a fertilized egg that would not...
- I had awesome success w/an IUD. I also have twins followed by 2 singletons. The IUD was a one time deal, didn't have to remember to take pills w/kids keeping me busy &...
- My doctor has always put me on the mini pill, however you have to take it the same time (within an hour) every day for it to be 99% effective. It is safe for nursing ...
When Did You Get Your Period After STOPPING Birth Control Pills?
They really do work. They are what I used both times I got prego. ... I've not taken Seasonique, but when I used regular birth control pills, I didn't get a ...
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- If you weren't having periods with the pills, I am wondering if it is just taking your body a little extra time to get back into it's natural routines. I would take an...
- I've not taken Seasonique, but when I used regular birth control pills, I didn't get a period for months after stopping them. In fact a year later, for four cycles I h...
- I was on seasonique for a year and got my period as soon as I stopped. Then again 28 days later. But, everyone reacts differently to the hormones in the pills. If y...
How Do You Prevent Blood Clots?
She was on birth control pills and that was what killed her. ... People who do a lot of air travel are also at high risk for developing a clot. ...
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- Lots of great information from Nicole. The only thing that I want to add is what a blood clot looks like. (This is from my own experiences and is by no means the ONL...
- I have a genetic disorder that makes me prone to blood clots. I have been expressly told by several doctors that birth control or any other blood clot causing drugs a...
- If you are truly worried about blood clots, I would talk to your doctor about it. If you have no other risk factors for blood clots besides the NuvaRing and your weig...
Twins Soon After Discontinuing Birth Control?
If you go to your doctor, they can give you a blood test and see if your levels are ... My mother had been on birth control pills and got preganant with us ... can have twins after discontinuing birth control but I do know that if twins ...
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- I've never heard of an increased chance of twins after stopping birth control. However, it sounds like they run in your family. Good luck either way, twins or a sing...
- I have no Idea if you can have twins after discontinuing birth control but I do know that if twins runs in you family it is pretty likely you will have them. My Great ...
- Yes, I am a twin and my mom says that she got pregnant with my sister and I right after she went off the pill....within the first 2 months!!
Types of Birth Control
My periods were also next to nothing (when I did have one) and they are even less know that I am on Mirena. .... Birth Control Pills? Depo Shot? What to Do ...
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- My husband (resident physician) would tell you you've been on for too long and should try something different. Most doctor's don't seem to have a problem with women b...
- You could try the IUD which is an inter uterine device. It only contains progesterone (I believe). I have had it for about a year and half and love it. I do not hav...
- My husband and I use Natural Family Planning. As you can imagine there are no side effects and when used correctly it is 99% effective. You can check out this web ...
Birth Control Suggestions....
I need birth control but I don't want... --a bunch of hormones --to bleed for long periods ... Another person said the periods do not go away - yes they do, ...
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- The Merina IUD fits all of these except the period stopping issue. I had mine in for 6 months. My period never completely went away during that time, but it was sign...
- I have an IUD and it's been great. I rarely have periods anymore and it lasts for 5 years!! I love it!
- I am on Nuva Ring (spillng?) My doc told me it is the lowest in hormones and I leave it in for 3 weeks our for the fourth week and my period only last for 2-3 days. ...
Looking for Non Birth Control Medicine to Help Maintain Regular Periods
Most birth control pills have a great than 99% success rate if taken ... I have two childern was not sure if we wanted to have another so we do not want to ...
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- Yes, I would use the Hormonal Changease Formula found at www.herbsfirst.com. It does say to not use while nursing or pregnant, but then many herbs that even help with ...
- Have you ruled out things like Polycystic ovarian syndrome for why they arent regular? I have PCOS and take metformin.If I don't take it I will not ovulate and have a ...
- Arbonne's Prolief Natural Balancing Cream is the answer. It is bio-identical to what your body makes, so your body knows just what to do with it (unlike synthetic hor...
After Nuvaring No Period and Now About to Try Metformin
All the birth control pills and patches you were taking is what probably messed you up since that is what they do. They are awful and cause a lot of ...
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- The last thing I wanted to hear when I was trying to conceive was how young I was and how much time I should wait because things could still work out on their own. Wh...
- My advice would be to stop all pills... and let your body try to do what it supposed to do naturally. All the birth control pills and patches you were taking is what p...
- N., I had been trying to get pregnant for several years with no luck when my O.B. sent me to an infertility specialist who determined that I have PCOS, polysystic Ov...
40+ Mom Seeking Advice on Birth Control Pills or Other Options
So, my question is...what options do I have at 46? I did take birth control pills in my 20's and in between having my girls, but that's been such a long ...
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- Several people I know have the IUD. It's something that a doctor inserts into the uterus and it lasts for 5 years. Most people have a 1-3 day cycle of spotting per m...
- Hey, K.! Brief message...Husband-Vasectomy-ASAP! Worked for us!!! D. and Robert (aged 50 and 54)...parents to 21 year old and 12 year old........Much ...
- Is vasectomy out of the question? We are tryin' for number two...but have agreed to the ol' "snip-snip", if it is not in the cards for us. Your husband would be in and...
