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Hi, 19/f
I just started taking birth control about 2 weeks ago (I just entered my third week last night) and since I've been taking it, I've been experiencing minor cramps. They don't really hurt too bad (I used to have cramps that interrupted normal life), but they are kind of annoying and I'm not sure if it's normal. I'm taking Levora, and I tried to Google the side effects, but nothing about cramps came up. I just wanna know if this is normal because it's annoying and it doesn't make me feel good. If anyone has taken this birth control pill, or if you happen to know if this is normal, I'd really appreciate it.
Thanks in advance! :) (link)
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When I first started taking birth control pills I was pretty young. About age 13. I had to be put on them because my periods were irregular and the doctor found a cyst on my ovary.
The first month was pretty rough because I, too, experienced cramping even though I wasn't on my period. I remember asking my mom if it was normal and she said that it could be a side effect of the cyst growth slowing and shrinking from the ovary itself. The cramps went away in about a month to a month in a half and then I only got cramps when I got my period.
Now, my mother isn't the brightest woman in the world so I don't want to tell you something false. I can only pass along what I know from my own personal experience.
I, personally, would talk with your doctor about the cramping. At 13 I didn't know a person could go back to the doctor to ask about these sorts of things. At 24 I certainly would at least give a ring to the nurse in the office and say, "I was put on the Levora birth control pills and I've been having some light cramping every since I began. Is that okay or normal or should I come in for another check-up?" The nurse will tell you what should happen, if it's normal, and will set you an appointment if required. She may end up saying, "Oh, that's fairly normal. Don't worry about it unless it lasts a long time or becomes severe."
So, if I were you, I'd call into the doctor's office and ask the nurse about it. Schedule an appointment if she feels it would be helpful to get the question answered or if you might need a second look at.
Unfortunately, birth control pills can wreak havoc on the female body since they're full of synthetic hormones. A lot of side effects aren't reported or listed on the possible symptoms because there are so many of them. This could just be your body's way of reacting to them. This could be something like a cyst shrinking in your body. This could be, well, a lot of things that aren't very serious.
Give a call in and see what is said. In the worst case scenario you have to come in, talk to your doctor, and change pills.
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Thanks! Will do. I'll have to call or stop into the local Planned Parenthood since I am home for the holidays and 2000+ miles away from the one I originally went to. Thanks for the suggestion though. :)
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