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Mirena/other Birth Control?
I chose this option because I used other hormone based forms of birth control and each had an unpleasant side effect for me. Also, the copper IUD lasts for ...
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- I've had the Mirena for a little over two years now and I couldn't be happier. The amount of hormones is really small (considering that it last for up to five years)....
- After having problems with oral contraceptives (migraines, breakthrough bleeding, acne), I switched to Mirena. I love it. It does contain a very small amount of hormo...
- I had the 5 year IUD for just barely over a year and had it taken out. I don't believe that I gained any weight from it. The reason why I had it taken out was because ...
Side Effects to Depo-Provera??
I had to go to an Edicrinologist to fix the side effects of the Depo. Helpful? ... side effects of birth control · pregnancy side effects ...
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Birth Control
Read all 18 responses: "When is the best time to start birth control. ... is really something wrong with me or side effects or those drugs, or anything. ...
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- When they give you birth control it starts on Sunday, it doesn't matter about your period because the pills will regulate it according to the pack.
- S., That's what my OB said to me after I had my daughter. However, the pill case start you off on a Sunday so its easy to follow and I don't have to worry about remem...
- S., I have always been a Sunday starter. When you start your pills on Sunday you have a better chance of having period free weekends. Hope this helps A.
Birth Control Options - IUD Vs. Depo?
I don't know about the IUD, but I've heard bad stories of side effects from Depo . .... birth control side effects · pregnancy birth ...
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- I strongly recommend Natural Family Planning. There are no pills or devices, but rather complete union between you and your husband. You just have to become aware of y...
- I LOVE the NuvaRing!!
- I would say go with mirena. It has fewer side effects and can be removed at any time . The shot is not reversible. Mirena can be used for up to 5 years and with easy r...
Birth Control
Read all 8 responses: "I am considering my options for birth control. ... with every type) and the risks and side effects are just not worth it to me. ...
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- I hate birth control pills because of the weight gain, but I still take it because it's cheaper than a baby. I am taking Yaz and I really love it, my mood swings are ...
- I was on the pill since I was 19 years old, and just recently switched to the Nuvaring about 4 months ago. I have been very happy with it. You only put in once a mon...
- i am no longer going to use any form of chemical birth control, my husband is a pharmacist and the more research he does, the more uncomfortable he is with it for me. ...
Birth Control Pill
Oct 1, 2009 ... Is anyone on or been on the genric birth control of yasmin? my insurance only covers the .... mood swings · birth control side effects ...
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- I had not been on Yaz however I did experience the mood swings with that other new pill that's chewable. There is always a formulary generic version available 2 years ...
- I have been on both Yasmin, the generic of Yasmin and Yaz (for about 3 years). With Yasmin, my body does fine, I take it for reasons other than birth control. With Yaz...
- J., I was on birth control pills on and off for almost 20 years before my daughter was born with no major problems. After she was born, I was put on Yasmin-then the ...
Birth Control to Shrink an Ovarian Cyst?
1) Has anyone had experience with birth control pills to shrink a cyst? 2) Has anyone had an IUD and taken the pill at the same time...any side effects? ...
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- When I was 21, I had a lemon-sized cyst on my ovary. My doc put me on the pill to shrink the cyst...and it didn't work. I had surgery to remove the cyst and it wasn't ...
- Hi M., I had 2 ovarian cysts removed 3 weeks ago. They were both about 5 cm. They were found during an ultrasound while I was pregnant and they decided to wait to...
- Hi M., I had a cyst removed when I was 17 it was supposed to be done laproscopic but because of the size (a large grapefruit) they ended up making an incision I was i...
Mirena Birth Control
The hormone in Mirena is not the same as in birth control pills and it is a small local dose so it's not supposed to have systemic side effects. ...
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- I say STAY AWAY from the Mirena IUC. I had it for only one year (after my second child was born), however, I experienced terrible side effects from the hormones and th...
- C., I am extremely sensitive as well-and I found a pill that worked great for me. It is called Seasonique and it is different from Seasonelle. So just make sure you...
- Justt got my second Mirena last week. I LOVE it, (after a few days of cramping and a little discomfort from taking out the old and replacing it with the new). With my ...
Second Depo Shot Vs. Side Effects
Oct 6, 2009 ... Consider an alternate form of birth control other than the Depo shot. If you are having negative side effects, than there are other options ...
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- I was on the mini pill which is like depo because it is only progestin. I got on it so I could nurse my first child safely. I can totally hear you on the reduced lib...
- Hi A., I was on the Depo for 7 years before I had my third child. The best thing I can say about it was no periods for 5 of those 7 years. Now, with that said the sid...
- I had some very bad side effects with the Depo shot. Including having my period stop completely and whe I got off of it it still would not start and I had to do hormo...
Advice on Different Birth Control Methods
Would a progesterone only birth control pill (like Errin) make any difference in terms of having .... birth control side effects · trying to conceive ...
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- The IUD is wonderful because it lasts 5 years and you get lighter periods with no cramps. I don't know if there's a problem trying to conceive afterwards but I would l...
- Would a progesterone only birth control pill (like Errin) make any difference in terms of having trouble conceiving afterwards? Maybe not, but just a thought.
- We just had our third, and aren't 100% sure we are done. My Dr. HIGHLY recommended an IUD. Pregnancy can happen as soon as it is removed. Good luck. I get mine next mo...
