Too fat for sex?

Question

Ok this may sound strange but is there such a thing as being 'too fat' to use the contraceptive pill?
I had to come off my last brand because i was having bleeding all the way through the month. The doctor wouldn't put me on a new brand because he said my BMI was too high that the Pill would stop working. I know it sounds awful but I'm sure there's larger ladies than me out there who use the Pill.
Anyone experienced this?

(P.S. I am on a diet as we speak!!)

Answer 1

A recent study has found that being overweight or obese increases the chances of pregnancy while using birth control pills. Gynecologists say that birth control pills don't have enough effect on overweight or obese women. Overweight women have 60% and obese women have 70% more chances of pregnancy than normal weight women while taking oral contraceptives regularly.

Here's some more info from that same article:
http://ezinearticles.com/?Obesity-and-Birth-Control-Pills&id=55249

No one is too fat for sex ... and no one is too fat for dignity. No matter what your BMI is, you deserve good medical care. If your gynocologist isn't willing to work with you, call around and find one who is comfortable with larger women.

Answer 2

I've heard that before, I think it's because the larger your BMI the more difficult becoming pregnant becomes, and since the BC pills trick your body into thinking it is pregnant (in a since) they won't work for someone with complications. But if you aren't sure about what your doctor said then go to another one. There just people too, ya know? and what they say isn't the law, so you can always get a second opnion.

Answer 3

You should see a different doctor to get a second opinion. If u didn't see an OB/GYN than you should and if you did see a new one. There are different levels of hormones in every pill, i've had friends that were very big and had to find the right dosage and hormone levels to stop bleeding all month. Don't let her tell you that you are too fat to be on the pill, that a bunch of crap.

Answer 4

I haven't heard of this before - if I were you I'd definitely get a second oppinion - maybe you could ask at a gum clinic or just ask to see a different gp. There are alternatives, and I guess you could look at the possitives and use it to motivate you to loose weight (if you're not happy about your weight otherwise) - I need to improve my diabetes control before I can have a baby and that is a great motivator! Hope you get sorted soon xx

Answer 5

there are other methods of birth control: the pill, the implant, the patch, the ring, the shot, IUDs, and diaphragms, caps, and shields.

I would get a second opinion or call the doctor back - what does s/he recommend - the pill you were on wasn't working for you -

Don't leave a Dr's office without answers to your question this is your body - your life.

I included a link to Planned Parenthood on alternative methods of birth control - they have always been open and respectful to me.

Answer 6

I am in the same position as you but i have not been taken off the pill yet as i am awaiting sterilisation now .. I am not obese but am a few pounds overweight and with my age too (37) the risk of thrombosis is a factor .. I don`t smoke ..

Answer 7

NO, never !!!! There is no reason why you have to be on the PILL, is there. What about IUD (Inter Uterine Device), Patches or even Injections for birth control. just ask your GP.Good Luck.

Answer 8

i am also an overwieght gal and was on the pill for 2 years.... didnt experience the bleeding problem u did but did have other issues involving periods... if u need to talk email me! xx

Answer 9

I heard that the pill loses effectiveness if you weigh over 150lbs.

Answer 10

personally, i find it a disgrace. fat people have a lot of love to give, and dam it, if i'm the only one here willing to satisfy these hounds of love, then so shall be it!