does anyone know of any birth that does not have bad sexual side effects. I have no limbido at all and this is becoming a problem in my relationship. my boyfriend suggest getting off and using condoms but i'm allergic to latexs.so this is getting serious. does anyone have any suggestion or know of a birth control with not such a bad side effect.
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I am having the same exact problem, and am looking into Ortho Tricyclen-Lo, and other low hormone alternatives.  Because I was prescribed birth control specifically to regulate my periods, I don't really have the option of getting off it.\n\nIf you decide to get off of it altogether, VCF (Vaginal Contraceptive Film), is not messy and is effective in preventing pregnancy.  I highly recommend it.
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Wild Yam is good for birth control, you take 4 capsules in the morning and 4 at night, take it at least 8 weeks before relying on it and not using other methods.  It has no side effects so it could help your problem.  An antidepressant from your doc might also help.  Do not call CPS again, once they get involved it will only get worse.  Rely on friends and family instead.  My PMDD went away when I went on a raw vegan diet.  Try livingfoods.com or rawfoods.com for more info.  Cooked starchy food (bread, pasta, potatoes) and fatty foods were the culprits.  You can also use Niacin as an antidepressant, (take an aspirin first to prevent flush ) and GABA for anxiety.  Parenting is tough.  Ask yourself how you can do it differently when you're in a no-win situation.  Give yourself time-out.  Let her go naked.  If you have to go somewhere, take the pants with you and try again later.  Also, I took resentments I had against my husband out on my kids, so ask yourself what is really going on.  Her Blood Is Gold is a great book, tho out of print I think.  It explains in other cultures how women are allowed to rest before and during their moon.  It is a time of emotional cleansing, we are usually pretty honest then.  My symptoms would start mid cycle, then improve, then hit full blast.  My main symptom was hatred.  At least you may have an easier menopause.  I did. Good luck.
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i got on birth control but not because i was having sex...because i actually wasent. i got on it for different reasons. Choose the best one that is right for you. i chose seasonale and i lOVE it! you get 4 periods a year, and its very natural. if you want help you can go to your nearest planned parenthood
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I have taken celexa for years, i love it! I had no depression but severe panic disorder!  I do great with it.  as for side effects i really do not know because i have gained weight ut could be do to having kids and i am not real intrested in sex but could be because i am tired from kids all day.  it is well worth trying it though!
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you could be right and then you got a big problem.  Go to your gyn and have it checked out and then ask if there is some alternative to latex condoms.  That is what most if not all the condoms on the market are made of. I have heard that they used to use lambskin or something like that  Ask you docotr or pharmacist about it.  Good Luck
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You should consult and work closely with your doctor!  I think decisions like this should include your personal beliefs, your resources, and you and your partner weighing the risks and consequences.  One answer rarely fits all.
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I've had great luck taking Vitex (Chastetree Berry). You can get it at GNC or even your local store might carry it. I like Nature's Way brand. You have to take it every day, and it will not kick in for a couple of months, but once it does you'll be amazed at the difference.  \n\nFor me, the irritability started about 2 weeks after my period ended - maybe 10 days before my next period started. It's like someone fliped a switch and I turned into B*tch Queen of the Universe.\n\nAs far as being mean during a pregnancy, you won't be PMSing then - the hormones will be different.
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I've been on the ring for about 3 years.  I love it.  I actually chose not to get my period at all so I cange it the 1st of every month.  My OB said it was fine to go without getting my period at all or I can go every three months...at the end of my third month I would take it out for a week then put a new one in on the 1st as usual.  But I had stopped using it back in April since my husband and I had decided to try to have another baby.  I noticed that my sex drive has increased a bit since I am no longer using it...I had realized during the 3 years of using it, that my sex drive had slowly decreased,  I thought it was because I had a baby and I was tired and stressed with work, my daughter and keeping up the house.  But I think now that the birthcontrol had a little to do with it too.  But other then that the Nuva-Ring was GREAT...at first my husband felt it...but after a few times he didnt even notice it.  Good Luck!
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I am a 22 year old smoker on birth control. Having tried just about everything on the market with every side effect from weight gain to non-stop bleeding. By far the best thing out there is the Nuva Ring a once a month vaginal ring. You just put it in for 3 weeks then take it out for a week, too easy. I have used it for over a year with no ill effects my sister has used it for 3 months with no side effects either. She also is a smoker. A good friend of mine has been on it for about four years, and though she smokes again no side effects. It is unrealistic, at least I couldn't do it, to be abstinent while in a loving long term relationship. I would highly recommend you at least try it. Once I got turned on to it I became a "spokes person" and now my friends thank me for turning them onto it. A real life savor.
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You've noted that some of your medications are known to decrease libido and cause erectile dysfunction.  I suppose the next step is for the two of you to schedule appointments with your respective doctors about the types of medications you're on.  Do you still need to take these prescriptions?  \n\nCould some of your medications be having adverse reactions with other medications, possibly compounding your problem? \n\nIs there an alternate prescription you could switch to that wouldn't have such negative effects on your love life?\n\nYou may also need to get your pharmicist involved in some of these questions, as they may be better versed in drug interaction than your doctor.  \n\nBarring the possibility of reducing the amount of prescriptions or changing to alternatives, you may have to look into diet and natural remedies that would hieghten your libido.  Again, checking with your doctor and/or pharmacist to ensure there is no negative interaction with your current prescriptions.
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You need to follow your doctor's recommendations unless you don't think they take your well-being into account. If you are concerned about this, get a second opinion about your treatment.\n\nMy notion is that if you don't want to get pregnant, are sexually active, and want to avoid pain, its probably a good idea to take the birth control pills. Don't smoke while you take them, though!
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I've been on it for a long time and have few side effects.  I am always very tired, but I've been that way my whole life, so didn't contribute it to the patch.  But I do notice excess weight in my tummy area that I can't get rid of, even though I work out four times a week and the muscles under the fat are hard as a rock.  I think that it may have fewer side effects than some forms of birth control, but like them all, it has some, and they are evil.  I'm making my man get a vasectomy because I'm so tired of dealing with it.  I'm sure we all are.
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Exercise is great. I went through a period of making myself not having any expectations of anything just so I couldn't be disappointed with anything. Also not everything in life suits us, just like people have nut allergies, they stop having nuts. If someone or something upsets you lay off them for a while. keep wellx
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Yes, there are side effects, in fact the government, along with the christian right, has required side effect notification, like you see on Tylenol bottles, for anyone who does masurbate. So, I am so glad I have gotten to you before you started, cuz most people start at a very young age, before they can even spell masurbation, and then it is to late for them.  So I am so glad that you have come here first, for advice, on what is now, and should be a very public issue.  The terrorists love the death and destruction masurbation instills in us, they know, as does God,  the punishment for such atrocities. In fact, if I were you, I would get to the nearest church, carrying a big sign about what masurbation is doing to your poor friend Angela, sorry it is to late to save her, but you can save everyone else and you must remember, it is your christian duty to spread the word.  The side effects for masurbation is hairy palms.......And God just saw you look, tell me, do you like warm climates?
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I've been on Paxil for 9 years- and was on it during pregnancy with no adverse effects.  Talk to your doctor but don't feel badly if you need to stay on it.
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Hey, that's a good question. I'm pregnant too and I'm the same way. I don't like having sex very much anymore either, I'm never in the mood. As a matter of fact, I don't even really like cuddling! Our horomones are very messed up right now, it's not us, I've already asked about this. Don't fret, and try to explain that to him.
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I have cried before during sex,I wasn't taking the pill didn't need to had tubes tied years ago.I was extremely depressed,not on meds. and in a horrible relationship with a man I can't even begin to describe.I was afraid to get out away from him and ask for help.I finally did though,I told him I was going for a walk but I didn't tell him I wasn't coming back.I needed help for the depression,other wise I could of told him to take a walk.Not exactly like your case but thought I'd share it with you.The last thing I wanted from that man was sex.