I'm on birth control (NuvaRing) so on a certain day I take it out, wait a week and put a new one back in for 3 weeks. Well, I took it out.on the 25th and didn't start my period until the 27th. We had intercourse on the 26th.
For about a week now I haven't been feeling well and I don't know why I could be sick but I feel like I did when I was pregnant with my first baby. I feel faint and naucious. I don't think I am pregnant but I was curious if anyone thought it could be a possibility. It's only been a week or two so I wouldn't think symptoms would come this early. I know since I had my period it is highly unlikely but I also know that my friend had 2 periods in the beginning of her pregnancy.
If I still don't feel well on monday I'm going to the doctor but until then I just wanted your thoughts.
2007-02-07 04:37:48 · 12 answers · asked by asasface 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Yeah it could just be my reaction to the birth control but I've been taking it for 6 months and I'm just now starting to feel bad. Wouldn't I have been feeling bad right when I started the BC?
2007-02-07 04:50:01 · update #1
I think it's more likely you are having an adverse reaction to your birth control for some reason. Fluctuations in hormone levels are what cause these symptoms and those fluctuations aren't necessarily due to pregnancy.
2007-02-07 04:44:08 · answer #1 · answered by gerrifriend 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS?
The estrogen component is responsible for many of the side effects that occur with all of the combined hormonal methods of birth control (ring, patch or pill). The ring has less estrogen than either the pill or the patch; therefore nausea, headaches and breast tenderness may occur less often or be less severe.
The most common side effect is an increased amount of normal vaginal discharge. Occasionally women report an increased number of vaginal infections and irritation. Clinical studies show women using the ring experience an increased amount of lactobacillus in the vagina. Lactobacillus is a normal bacteria present in the vagina that actually helps decrease the incidence of yeast infections.
Headaches may occur. These should be reported to your health care provider right away if the headache or accompanying symptoms (light sensitivity, nausea, vomiting, etc.) is more severe than you have experienced before, do not respond to over-the-counter medications or last more than one month.
Mild nausea may occur with initial use, but usually will resolve within a few days. Rarely, vomiting may occur. If nausea lasts throughout the month or occurs persistently at the beginning of every ring cycle, report it to your health care provider. Vitamin B-6 (50 mg. 1-2 tablets daily) may help reduce nausea.
Weight gain may occur, but is usually limited to a few pounds.
Moodiness may occur within the first 1-2 months of use, but will usually diminish with continued use. Vitamin B-6 (50 mg. 1-2 tablets daily) may help decrease moodiness as well as relieve nausea. Notify your provider right away if severe depression symptoms occur.
Occasionally spotting and mid-cycle bleeding may occur while the ring is in the vagina. The amount of bleeding is usually minimal and will normally be reduced as you continue use, but may occur from time to time for no apparent reason. This is a normal occurrence and does not indicate that it is not working as a contraceptive.
Reactions to any method of birth control will vary from person to person. For some the reaction will be beneficial, but others may find them detrimental. For instance, acne may improve for some, but worsen for others; cramps usually improve, but occasionally a woman will experience increased cramps instead.
2007-02-07 12:45:52 · answer #2 · answered by Mum to 2 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds very unlikely that you would be pregnant, but it's always possible.
You could just have a virus, too. Going to the doctor is a good idea regardless - you could always try a home pregnancy test in the meantime, but depending on where you are in your cycle, it may not be effective.
Good luck!
2007-02-07 13:09:53 · answer #3 · answered by ktcruiser 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is amazing how nature can procreate against all odds. I remember hearing about a group of secluded female frogs- some grew the masculine parts and they made baby frogs together! Amazing!! Sometimes women can spontaneously ovulate- especially when really turned on. A lot of women get very frisky just before their periods... this occured just before yours so...perhaps you are . Check with your doctor just in case, you could be preggy or may have something else.
2007-02-07 13:02:43 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i highly doubt you're pregnant. you had the ring out for 1 day and it is designed to leave the hormones in your system for a while after the ring is taken out. that's why you leave it out for a week and are still considered "on birth control."
2007-02-07 12:44:26 · answer #5 · answered by sidda517 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If u r taking yr birth control pills without missing.,.there is almost no possibility of being pregnant.
somtimes we feel nausea & sickness & hunger pans for almost no reasons or unknown reasons.(mee too)
But Miracles do happen !
2007-02-07 12:47:32 · answer #6 · answered by n daksha 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think it's possible that you're pregnant, becuase you are still protected even on the 7 days that the ring is out.
2007-02-07 12:40:29 · answer #7 · answered by jemma07 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
get an E P T
then you'll know 4 sure
2007-02-07 12:41:05 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
sounds like you could be,
2007-02-07 12:40:16 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
i dont think u are
2007-02-07 12:42:46 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋