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dont know whether or not i want to go on the pill.
im 18/f
i'm currently in a relationship with an amazing guy. he's the first boyfriend i've ever had and the first person iv'e had any sexual contact whatsoever with. I also recently lost my virginity to him as well, and he wore a condom both times we've had sex.
Since we've started dating we had many discussions about sex and protection, and we both decided it would be a smart idea for me to go on the pill. However now that i actually might have to go on it, i'm having second thoughts...
You see, a year and a half ago i started to get EXTREMELY bad period pain that would leave me bedridden for up to 2 days. My period ever since i got it when i was 13 has always been irregular. The pain went away for about 4 or so months, however the irregularity was still there. My mum said back when i first got those pains a year ago that i might have to go on the pill, it was the only option left (we tried everything to lessen the pain and whatnot) however i was scared to go on it back then knowing how much weight my friends put on and their rapid mood swings. I have just lost over 19 kilo's that im proud of losing and the last thing i want is to put it back on. plus i like my personality and i dont want the mood swings or anything to change really.
but now that i have a boyfriend, i also want to be protected sexually from getting pregnant, i want to be very safe. Today i got my period, and im currently bedridden due to the extreme pain that im in at the moment. like i mentioned earlier the pain subsided for 4 months or so and now its back. Mum thinks i should go to the gynocologist and get checked out, and thinks that i may have to go on the pill.
and even though the pill would be bennificial to my period AND my new sex life, i cant help but not want to go on it due to the side effects that i may/may not get.
i dont know what to do
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I've never heard of the pill causing mood swings. The greatest possible risk (and it is risk, which means that you are more likely to experience something, but not anywhere near guaranteed) is with blood clots.
Yes, everyone is different, so their interactions with drugs can vary quite a bit. Given the situation you are in, the pill is the best option. Sucking down lots of Ibuprofen or Tylenol to deal with your period pain isn't an option because the former is addictive and the latter can screw up your liver function if taken in more than the recommended doses.
If you continue to have concerns about the pill and it causes you anxiety, you can go on a shot (depoprovera) or use an IUD such as a cervical cap in conjunction with a spermicide. Unfortunately, neither of those alternatives will help your period pain. Ask your gynocologist about all the options open to you. For now, though, I would suggest you get on the pill.
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First thing is first you need to go to the gynocologist. My fear is that there is something more going on that you are not aware of. It is not good to have irregular periods. This irregularity can be do to several things but fibroids or ovarian cysts are quite common for those with irregular and painful periods. It can be treated but you must see a doctor so that it does not get worse.
Ok, birth control is a great option. Weight gain through birth control really shouldn't be your concern if you are considering the pill. You see those that gain weight from the pill only gain about 5 pounds if that. If you do not increase your food intake you won't gain weight. You may have increased hunger from the hormones but as I said if you maintain your normal diet you should be fine. Now one thing about the pill is that it can may you feel sick for the first few months. But, there are several different kinds and some are better than others. I found that taking your pill at night is the best time as far as lessoning the sick feeling you can get with the pills. Another great thing about the pill is you can get the kind where your period only lasts a couple of days or even get the kind where you have no period for months.
Sounds like you are a very intelligent woman and I am so proud of you for taking steps to be responsible and not throwing caution to the wind when I know it can be so easy to do in the heat of the moment when you are in love. You are doing a GREAT job! Please go see the doctor. I'm sure everything is ok but it's always best to error on the side of caution.
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Always remember that even if you do put on a little weight it can always be taken off... I take birth contorl and I have not gained weight or had mood swings I am the same as I have been... but would you rather gain a couple pounds with birth control or gain alot more with pregnancy and also get a flabby belly and strech marks... also if you get pregnant you will get crazier mood swings when i was pregnant I cried over eating a peice of chicken (haha) birth control is the best option good luck
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