has any other woman had the contraception injection pill?
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It took me about 5 months and then I was back to normal in terms of my cycle, etc.  But that can vary for each different woman.
507265
Everyones is different, youll just have ti try it.  I've tried several kinds of BC and they all made me feel crazy and moody but then I took Yasmin and I feel like I'm totally balaced.  by the way, my boobs did not get bigger and every kind of birth control I've taken has made me zit free for years.
299824
For any of you on the shot you need to worry about bone loss!  That also goes for other progesterone only birth control such as depoprovera.  TAKE YOUR VITAMIN D and DRINK MILK OR TAKE CALCIUM SUPPLEMENTS!!  Also, it would be wise to look at other birth control methods besides the shot after 2 years...i get this straight from my pharmacist sister in law.\n\nWhat you describe is called DUB...or Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding.  It is the nuber one complained of symptom of chemical contraceptives in general.  You do need to contact your physician about it to rule out other modalitiels and seqella but for now, you're just fine :)
134571
YUP I was on Ortho- Cyclen when I got pregnant, but if you take your pills correctly its less than a 1% chance, guess I was just meant to have my daughter
854100
I went through at least 6 different pills ( all but one were combined ones) then i tried mirconor, and still had no luck - but have been taking cerazette for the last year or so, and have had no problems what so ever with it!!!! \n\nI had a period about 3/4 months after i started taking it and since then i had some light spotting about a month ago but thats it! \n\nBut I don't have anything bad to say about it!
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I had this after my oldest daughter, for about 9 months to a year. It was the most awful thing I ever had and wouldnt recommend it to anyone. \n\nI bled every day EVERY DAY for almost a year\nI got pregnant and miscarried\nDecreased sex drive (kind of goes with teh constant bleeding/spotting)\nMoody, like PMS that never truly goes away\n\nI've talked to other women who didnt have the side effects I did, so I guess this doesnt happen to everyone. But this is what it did to me.
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Are you sure you could be pregnant?  I have felt the same way you have before when i was taking the pill and it was due to the pill being too strong for me.  The Patch might be to strong of a dose for you. \nI have also been on the Patch, but i had to stop after a few months of using it, due to me being allergic to it, i was breaking out in a red rash only where i put the Patch.  The doctor told me that i might be allergic to the adhesive in the Patch.  I loved it while it lasted, it was so convenient.  \nYou might also want to do some other research into the Patch, I believe some women have been getting very ill with the Patch.  Ask your Doctor
752110
I personally would try to stick it out a little longer with the Depo. After 6 months, my period stopped altogether and it was just nice knowing I didn't have to remember to take that damn pill everyday!!
212047
I got the Depo shot when I was a new mother about 8 years ago.  I bled for 3 months straight.  It was to the point that I was having regular blood tests to check me for anemia.  It was the first contraceptive shot I ever had and the last.  I returned to using the pill, and had no problems with that.
907676
i had the IUD for about 9 years and recently had it removed. first of all, i was completely happy with the IUD. it is effective and i didn't have to worry about doing anything, except check for the string once a month. i can't remember any of the side effects (if any) when i first had it inserted (it's just been way too long) but during the 9 years, the only down side i experienced was heavy periods. now, i got used to this, so it was no big deal. except now, i'm anemic, so i had to get it removed. i plan on getting a new IUD in a couple of months because i was so happy with it, but i also plan on taking iron supplements when i get it. right now, i have other issues going on, so i have to wait to get a new one. but i totally recommend it. :)
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.
180994
The Depo Provera (shot) is something I personally would NOT recommend because it has too many side affects.  Some women gain weight, but when I was on it, my cycle was never regular!  Instead of 5-7 days, I was on for weeks at a times.  You never know when your cycle is coming on when on Depo Pro.  It sometimes made me nauseaed and I cramped a lot too.  I would not recommend this shot to anyone!  If you've had a baby already, talk to your Dr. about Mirena.  It's wonderful, but Dr. won't give it to you unless you have at least one baby.  Or try the new Neva ring or even Seasonale.
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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.
1044139
PLEASE do not use this form of birth control!  It is very dangerous and being taken off the market.  Everyone I know who has used it has gained between 30 and 60 pounds.\n\nThe pros are that it's easy - you only have to get it done once every 3 months.  The cons are too numerous to list.  There are so many options out there.  Please look at the others!
515160
Sometimes. Every woman reacts to birth control differently. I didn't gain any weight when I started the pill, but my sisters did. If you're worried about this, tell your doctor so you two can discuss the different brands of birth control.
748962
Birth control pills affect every woman differently, and they can be tricky at first to  take. In order for them to be the MOST effective, you need to take them at the same time everyday, and don't miss any days. You usually have to try 3 or more to find the right dosage and hormone match for you. \n\nHowever, there are more options to birth control than just the pill. I'm sure you've heard of most of these, but here is a short list to refresh your memory so you can ask your gyno about them:\n* the patch (I love it)\n* the Nuva-Ring\n*diaphragm\n*depo-provera injection (once every 12 weeks)       \n*IUD \n*condoms\n*female condoms\n*spermacide\n*and a few other things that are not so popular \n\nThe best thing to do really is to chat with a gyno that you are comfortable with and let her give you her top choices for options. \n\nKudos to you for being responsible for your sexual health!!
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I think I have tried just about every form of pill and patch they make.  The patch works just as well.  However, it left a red square on my body for several days after being removed (turns out I'm allergic to the glue they use to make it stick for a week).  There were times when it would fall off before the week was up.  \n\nI stick with the pill.  I prefer yasmin...low dose no weight gain.