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Old 09-18-2007, 04:50 PM   #1
dragonfly05
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Which birth control pill should I use??

Hello there. I was on the pill for many years, but went off three years ago because I was getting headaches and horrible mood swings from it. Ever since then, my periods have been really irregular and the doctor thinks I have PCOS. I am still undergoing diagnosis...however he said if I do have it, he would like me to seriously consider the pill again for health reasons.

Which pill do you take? What are side effects you have? Anyone take the low hormone ones?

Thanks in advance!!
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Old 09-18-2007, 05:58 PM   #2
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Re: Which birth control pill do you use??

I currently use Yasmin, and have been on it for about a year. The worst thing about it is that my insurance only covers about $5.00 worth... so I pay $50.00 a month. It's been great for me.. but b.c of the cost, my new Gyno is having me try something new that is suppose to be similar. I'll start Levora-28 in about 2 weeks.

When I started Yasmin I had a migrain that seemed to last for about a week. But no problems with BC related headaches after that. I was nausious the first two weeks, but taking the pill with some food helped. And I had to use the bathroom a lot! (Yasmin helps with water retetion.. which minimizes bloating during your period, consequence is needing to use the bathroom often!)

I didn't experience any weight gain, or increase in acne. I improved my moods tremendously (depression severe mood swings-- the main reason I chose this pill, i heard it was the best for severe emotional pms). I have little to no cramping.

I stopped using the pill for about 3 months at one point. I can't say for sure, but my face broke out really bad. My best guess is that stopping the pill caused or contributed.

Over all thought, my experience with Yasmin was great. I hope that Levora is just as good to me.... *fingers crossed*

Good luck to you!
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Old 09-19-2007, 02:02 PM   #3
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Re: Which birth control pill do you use??

Hey jen52983! I have a few questions about Yasmin. I started taking it about a month ago and it seems to be going good so far. This is the week I'm supposed to get my period but it's barely there...is this normal?? Also how long did it take for you to really start noticing a change in acne, etc? I have heard breast growth is also a side effect of Yasmin but I'm still waiting...haha. Did you notice this at all and how long did it take?
Thanks, Amber
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Old 09-19-2007, 04:13 PM   #4
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Re: Which birth control pill do you use??

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Originally Posted by amber_k33 View Post
Hey jen52983! I have a few questions about Yasmin. I started taking it about a month ago and it seems to be going good so far. This is the week I'm supposed to get my period but it's barely there...is this normal?? Also how long did it take for you to really start noticing a change in acne, etc? I have heard breast growth is also a side effect of Yasmin but I'm still waiting...haha. Did you notice this at all and how long did it take?
Thanks, Amber
Hey Amber--
I replied in your thread "Yasmin Users: A few questions"

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Old 04-28-2008, 03:56 PM   #5
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Re: Which birth control pill should I use??

Hey jen52983! How did it end up going with Levora?? Curious b/c I was thinking about starting Yaz soon, but it would be great to find a cheap generic that is good! Thanks!!
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