Are there any woman who has used the pill (BC) and have discontinued taking it suffer from worsing PMS?
139073
yes!since i've stopped taking the pill i've had mood swings, headaches and lots of cramps
1042515
Yes they do. I stopped having my period for about 8 months one time and when the dr. put me on the pill, my period returned to normal. The flow was lighter and I could always know when to expect my period to start.
55727
I had all my female organs removed includeing my cervix in 2000 at the age of 36. I am still on hormone replacement after 5 years to control the hot flashes. I am not cranky like the old wives tales say. Now this is just what I have been thru. Vaginal dryness....I am more sensitive to foods as in I get nausia several times a week that lasts for several hours at a time. I have had all the tests run possable to find out why this is happening and they find nothing. I get more headaches since the procedure. My skin is dryer and my hair is a little thiner. It sounds bad, but it's so much better than what I was going thru when I had my period.\nHope this helps you.
1164610
I went completely off birth control pills because the progesterone gave me headaches.  I'm assuming your IUD is the type that has to be changed every 5 years and has progesterone in it.  It can take up to 3-4 months for your body to adjust to the hormone changes. I opted for the IUD that is hormone free.  I have not had any headaches since changing to the IUD, but it did take a while for my body to adjust to the hormonal changes.  I went thru progesterone  withdrawal that included skin changes/acne, hair loss, weight gain. They don't tell you about those side effects when you go off birth control.
509194
I've been on it for about 4 months and I love it.  No pain and best of all no PMS symptoms.  Side effects I've had included forgetfullness and diarrea.  Also, a few migraines, but I had those before as well.  I also love not having a period.\n\nI tried Lupron too, but it made me crazy.  Headaches every day and wicked mood swings.
409719
DO NOT try the Depo-Provera shot, then. I used it & gained weight, had wierd mood-swings & periods that lasted 2 weeks at a time
655123
Definitely yes.  This is currently happening to me and my doctor told me that it is totally normal.  The pill works in part by thinning the lining of the uterus.  For some women, the lining of the uterus gets so thin that it isn't shed anymore, so you have no period.  I have been on the pill for over two years and my periods have gradually gotten shorter--now they only last 2-3 days.  My gynecologist told me that they could stop altogether and if they did, it would be nothing to worry about.  If your period does stop, I would recommend taking a home pregnancy test just to rule out pregnancy as a reason.  If you aren't pregnant, then it should be a normal reaction to the pill.
1067641
Taking birth control pills, alters the hormonal balance of your body so there may be some potential side effects. \n \nEvery woman will react differently. You should be open with your doctor about any 'unwelcome' changes that last more than 3 months. You may need to change brands - to a low-hormone pill, for instance.\n\nHere is a list of some common, minor side effects:\n\nNausea\nSome women experience some mild nausea when first starting BCPs. Usually this goes away within a short time. Taking your pill with food or taking it before bedtime may help. If you have persistent problems or unusually severe nausea, contact your provider. \n\nSpotting or breakthrough bleeding\nThis is vaginal bleeding that occurs during your active pills. This is a very common side effect during the first 3 months of BCP use. \n\nBreast tenderness \nMild breast tenderness may occur after starting BCPs. The tenderness can be reduced by decreasing your caffeine and salt intake and by wearing a bra with good support. Usually it gets better within a few weeks. If you notice persistent discomfort or a discrete lump, make an appointment with your provider.\n\nMood changes \nSome women may notice changes in their emotional status: depressed mood or emotional instability. If you have a history of depression, it is important to monitor your progress carefully when starting BCPs. If you notice changes in your mood after beginning BCPs, call your provider.\n\nDecreased sex drive \nWhile your sex drive is affected by many things, the hormones in BCPs can be a factor in decreased sex drive. If you are noticing this side effect, let your provider know. A change to another pill can improve this.\n\nWeight gain\nMany patients ask about this side effect. Studies have shown that weight changes in young women on BCPs are no different than women who don't take BCPs. Some women have noticed mild weight change (1 to 2 pounds) and mild fluid retention on some types of BCPs. Contrary to popular opinion, taking BCPs should not make you gain 10 or 15 pounds.\n\nGallbladder disease\nBCPs may accelerate the formation of gallbladder stones in women who have a strong family history of gallstone disease.\n\nCervical changes \nBCP usage, as well as pregnancy, have been associated with some cellular changes on the cervix, called a cervical ectropion. The delicate mucus secreting cells that line the inside of the cervix become present at the outer opening of the cervix. This can make the cervix more vulnerable to sexually transmitted diseases. \n\nVaginal discharge\nAll menstruating women have a cyclical vaginal discharge. BCP users may notice subtle changes, but most women won't notice any changes.
455888
Yes, I had severe hormonal problems from being on the pill.  Everyone's tolerance is different, and my body just couldn't handle the imbalance hormonal birth control creates.  It took over 3 years for my body to regulate itself after I stopped taking birth control pills.
410503
no some researchers even suspect it is healthier for a woman not to have her monthly cycle. might supress cervical cancer. Most of the time your ob/gyn will do this incase you have heavy/painful menstrual cycles or endometriosis (uterine tissure growing outside your uterus) There is no problem with taking the pill this way (of course with your MD ok) as long as you dont smoke.
991639
Most likely.\n\nYOur cycle changes over the entirety of your life. When you mfirst stop taking the pill, your cycke will seem the same for a month or so, until the hormones are out of your system. Then your cycle will be unpredictable while your body adjusts the cycle on its own.\n\nMost likely, cramping will return, but your cycle won't be like it was when you first started, especially if you have been on it for a while.\n\nAs you mature, your cycle does become more predictable then it was in your teens, until you start menopause. So in your late 20s and 30s it may settle into something more constant, but don't bet on it.
335912
I had the same thing happen to me and my birth control wouldn't stop it. You should visit the doctor but what he told me was to keep taking the pill until the pack was finished then he started me on some with lower hormones.And within a few days I was back to normal.
207915
I used to have very irregular periods.  I had maybe 4 periods a year.  If that.  I thought  it was awesome but my mom (who had 17 periods a year didn't), so she put me on birth control.  \n\nI know bc pills can be a witch, but your irregular periods can be caused by unusual hormone levels which are treated with hormones.  It isn't that bad taking 1 pill a day.  Plus, if you go to a family planning program, they'll cover your perscription.\n\nI do think you should go to the doctor and just check and make sure everything is alright.  I went off bc awhile ago.  At first I had some periods but then there was nothing.  For six months.  I went in and was diagnosed with PCOS.  I will now be on bc pills for an indfinate time and may not be able to conceive without the use of fertility drugs.\n\nJust go in and make sure everything is in working order.
626462
Why dont you try Seasonale. It is a new type of birth control pill that allows a woman to only have 4 periods a year. For more information speak to your OB/GYN and look at the oral contraceptive's web site. \n\nhttp://www.seasonale.com/
962891
I think you're experiencing the side effects of coming off the pill.  Remember, bcps are hormones, now your body is having to adjust to your own level of hormones.\nIf the HPT's are coming back negative - I would quit wasting your money for right now, give yourself another week or so and if you still don't start, then try taking another HPT.
258829
if you are on the pill, stop taking it.\n\nIf not, then there is no way, sorry
850993
Yes, I thought about having it done.  Once I talked to my Dr about we decided an IUD was a better choice for me.  I'm very pleased that I got it.  I have 5 kids and do not plan to have any more but the IUD gives you lighter periods and I no longer have PMS.\n\nGood luck finding someone that has had it done.  I couldn't!