what are the side effects of taking birth control? i have horrible cramps, am sicker the a dog for 24 hours, i pass out the whole works. i went to an OBGYN and all he perscribed was birth control called YAZ. thats all. i've tried other pain killers. and nothing really else works. as i see it bc is my only option. side effects i'm worried about though. anything i should know?
2007-04-19 14:19:26 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
Nausea
Vomiting
Gastrointestinal symptoms (such as abdominal cramps and bloating)
Breakthrough bleeding
Spotting
Change in menstrual flow
Amenorrhea
Temporary infertility after discontinuation of treatment
Edema
Melasma which may persist
Breast changes: tenderness, enlargement, secretion
Change in weight (increase or decrease)
Change in cervical erosion and secretion
Diminution in lactation when given immediately postpartum
Cholestatic jaundice
Migraine
Rash (allergic)
Mental depression
Reduced tolerance to carbohydrates
Vaginal candidiasis
Change in corneal curvature (steepening)
lntolerance to contact lenses
2007-04-19 14:24:57 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You hear about the side effects for every medication that has an advertisement on the televison, and all the side effects sound awful. Check out the actual percentage risks, however. Most of the side effects of birth control pills have to do with smoking, or with pre-existing medical conditions, not just with the pill. That said, of course there are side effects. But there are benefits. In a relationship where both have tested free of disease, it makes using condoms unnecessary, and allows sometimes for more spontaneous interactions. For some women, it can be used to regulate menstrual cycles and make them less painful. For others, there's the convenience of being in control of their own birth control choices. Condoms aren't for everyone, so it's a good thing there are alternatives. Just remember that only condoms have a chance of preventing transmission of STD's, and even that is still listed under the fine print as not 100% reliable.
2016-05-19 02:11:58 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
nausea
weight gain
bloodclots (including pulmonary embolism, heart attack, stroke, etc)
headaches
acne
umm I can't think of the rest.
I had the same problem as you. But everyone reacts different to the pill. I was nauseous for 3 months, my migranes continued, more acne, and I gained about 15 lbs. I pushed through the phsycial side effects for the first three months and it was completely worth it.
2007-04-19 15:04:58 · answer #3 · answered by Caitlyn 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Blood clots in women over 30 and women who smoke. Some birth control cause acne and weight gain.
2007-04-19 14:23:42 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The most serious could be blood clots. There should be
information with the prescription when you get it. You can
also call your pharmacist and they will tell you what all of the side effects are.
2007-04-19 14:24:54 · answer #5 · answered by Bethany 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The pill is hardly the only option for contraception.
You need to see your family doctor to begin to find out what's really wrong with you. and you need to understand that there are far more options available to you than the pill. You may also need to be referred to a different GYN.
2007-04-19 14:38:47 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
every persons body reacts differently to all different medications, no1 here can tell you how u will react to YAZ or any other birth control. only thing i suggest u do is try and c, but its completely ur choice
2007-04-19 14:25:06 · answer #7 · answered by a_hopkins86 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
there are various side effects that I caused by hormonal change which body doesn't like. Ask doctor for another prescription.
2007-04-19 14:26:15 · answer #8 · answered by master343 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Stroke, heart attack, blood clots, high blood pressure.... depends on the medicine
2007-04-19 14:24:20 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
facial hair growth
2007-04-19 15:15:16 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋