Advice Needed: Combined Vs Progestin Only Posted: 05-28-04 00:32am
I was wondering if anyone could help me
weigh up the potential costs of using a
progestin only pill compared to a
combined pill.
I know that any pill will affect each
woman differently, but i'm just looking
for the general perspective, in terms of
weight gain, fluid retention, pms,
headaches, breast tenderness/growth, etc?
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sunflower333
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 01 Jun 2004 Posts: 3
Posted: 06-01-04 08:35am
Hi this isnt really the same topic but
does anyone kno if evening primrose oil or
cod liver oil effects the effectiveness of
the pill?
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sparklypixie12
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Joined: 17 Sep 2003 Posts: 3099
Posted: 06-01-04 09:31am
Sunflower-no they dont as far as I know
but im no doc so dont rely on it 100%!
The pill can be affected by some herbal
rememdies though such as st johsn wort
vanessa-i like the progestern only
myself.Ive been on both types (tried 3
different combined) and this suits me
best.Ive had no side effects & no
periods but then everyone reacts
differently I guess so you may need to try
both to see what suits you & your
body.
My doctor is considering switching me to a
pop however i'm concerned it's not as
effective as a combined pill/patch. Also,
i'm wary of unwanted effects such as
weight gain, however it appears that the
combined and the pop have similar
potential effects in that department.
why is contraception so complicated??
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sparklypixie12
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Joined: 17 Sep 2003 Posts: 3099
Posted: 06-02-04 09:44am
I think the side effects between the both
are quite similar to be honest.Like I said
though everyone will react differently to
different pills.I havent gained any weight
at al but someone else on my pill may have
gained loads-it depends on your bodies
reaction.
Contraception is so complicated I know!
Those tiny pills can prevent you from
becoming pregnant-its amazing!
Talk about your concerns to your doctor
& s/he will reassure you and remember
that you may have to try a few to see what
suits you best.Let me know how you get
on,
liz :d
