I want birth control, and I refuse to go to the doctor.?

Question

Why is it exactly that women have to go to the obgyn to get birth control?
I'm going to order online, does it really matter what kind I get? I want Ortho TriCyclen LO because I know alot of people on it, and it works out well for them so..
Like, taking birth control can't HURT you if you dont go to the doctor, can it? what's the difference in the types of birth control?

Answer 1

That is the dumbest thing I've ever heard. You have to be prescribed medications because YOU are not a doctor, and only the doctor can help you figure out what birth control would be best for; they are NOT all the same.

If you refuse to see a doctor and get birth control in a healthy way, you should absolutely not be having sex. Why would you order something that is protecting you against unwanted pregnancies online? If you order something like that online, there's no guaranteeing what it actually is and it might not be birth control at all. You would never know.

My advice, grow up and then have sex. Maybe.

Answer 2

I'm not sure exactley why you refuse to go to the dr but the only way to get birth control is to go to the dr. and get a prescription. the reason is the same as with any other med, some meds are not for some people, some have side effects, some will interact with whatever meds you may already be taking-prescription or over the counter. Your current health, family history, you past medical history as your future goals when it comes to your health, all have to be considered when any med is given/taken. So yes, it does have the potential to hurt you. As far as the kind you should take, that all depend on the things I mentioned above and what you are taking it for. Some women take it for contraception while others take it for a medical condition-these things need to be considered. If you order online, yes you need a script, unless it's getting it in an illegal way which then of course you may not actually be getting what you think your getting. The only other way around this, to my knowlege, there are some online places where you fax/mail them your medical records and they have a dr. call you over the phone to ask you questions and go over stuff with you. They then will prescribe you something based on that info you give the dr and your records. But, that costs more money than to actually see a dr and you usually get only a few refills and have to pay again to have a consult with a dr. Personally, I wouldn't trust it but that's just me. Your best bet for the right treatment, privacy and money is to either go to your regular dr., your obgyn or a local planned parenthood. Any other way is just unsafe, costly and a big pain.

Answer 3

I'm sorry to say, but if you want birth control, you must be seen by a gynecologist, regardless of what type you want. Unless it's abstinance. (Even then, naturally a woman must be having regular gyn exams.)

Keep in mind that even though Ortho TriCyclen is working for many women, it doesn't mean it is ideal for you.

When you are on the pill, you still have to see the doctor for regular check ups. There are risks to using birth control - (Strokes, blood clots...)
- if you are a smoker, the risks increase.
There are birth control pills... there are bc injections... there is a patch...

Answer 4

You will need a prescription from a doctor unless you like the idea of getting some Mexi-mart imported poison that may or may not protect you...the reason they require you to have a prescription is because some birth controls can increase blood pressure, the risk of stroke, etc. and they want to make sure you are healthy enough to take it, also that you aren't already pregnant, or have reproductive diseases that need to be addressed. If you don't want to pay, go to Planned Parenthood or a free clinic. The only birth control that you can get w/o a Rx are things like spermicidal jellies or condoms.

Answer 5

You can go to Planned Parenthood to get a prescription and you do not need to see a doctor. Any nurse can get you a prescription, but you should call first to let them know you won't be getting a pap smear or anything else while you're there, no matter what they say. Because prescription birth control are controlled substances, you need to see a medical professional to get a prescription.

I would research the different types of pills, patches, rings, IUDs, etc before picking one, even if you know people who've taken them. Every woman is different and you may decide that you want something with lower hormone doses or something that you don't have to remember every day at the same time.

Ordering online, you will still need a prescription either mailed or faxed to the site or it isn't legal.

Birth control can hurt you even if you do go to a doctor. The things they ask you in your initial appointment (medical and family history, getting your blood pressure, etc) are all supposed to help them make the best decision with you, but you still need to watch yourself for bad reactions. Your age and lifestyle can also contraindicate the usage of certain birth controls, which are things you should also discuss with a nurse or doctor.

Different types of birth control (off the top of my head):

The Pill - typically a combination of two hormones taken orally. Taking this pill at the same time every day (within an hour) is important. By far the most commonly used Rx birth control. It does have plenty of side-effects, however, and you should ask about the different ones when you see a nurse/doc.

The MiniPill - a single hormone pill that is not as effective as the regular Pill and is often used for breastfeeding mothers as a secondary birth control (breastfeeding does have an affect on ovulation, but not enough to be sufficient bc by itself).

The ring - a hormone-releasing ring that is inserted by you and replaced monthly. Because it is locally-distributed, you may not experience the more negative side-effects of oral contraceptives.

The Patch - a hormone-releasing patch that is stuck to your abdomen. Because it is locally-distributed, you may not experience the more negative side-effects of oral contraceptives.

Depo-Vera Injection - a shot you receive every three months that stops ovulation and your period. Main problem is that you can't get the hormones out or stop the dosage once it's administered... I would do more detailed research on this before you tried it.

IUD - many kinds. Talk to a nurse/GYN and/or do research on each if you're interested.

Diaphragm & spermicide - you get a diaphragm and spermicide jelly and insert it prior to intercourse.

Foam - spermicidal foam injected by yourself prior to intercourse (my fav non-prescription).

Condoms - I'm sure you know how these work, but they don't seem to work as well when you're monogamous, if you know what I mean. Definitely sould be used to help prevent STDs, even when you are on a prescription birth control.

I'm sure I've forgotten some, but that's a fairly good general list.

I personally was on Ortho TriCyclene and I didn't like it at all. It gave me mood swings and because it is supposed to also help with acne, I broke out when I got off of it, even though I didn't have acne to begin with (my friend had this same problem). I also tried Mircette, a lower-dosage pill and loved it. I am now breastfeeding and I'm on MiniPill which is also great. Being married, I would only use the spermicidal foam if I could, but hubby reacts badly too it (pain and redness are not fun or conducive to closeness).

Good luck!

-Christina

Answer 6

I work for a Ob/GYn Dr and we have to see pts before we prescribed any kind of birth control to make sure they arent allergic, talk about there lifestyle like if u smoke certain birth controls will be harmful to you. If you have any complications then you need your doctor on hand for you. So, if you dont want to go to the Dr you can use foam, spermicide or condoms.

Answer 7

this advice is all correct, but when you order online you also need to provide the script info from your doctor before any reputable place will ship. and it absolutely matters what kind you get. there are a ton of side effects, some worse than others depending on what kind you use, for example, ortho evra is being recalled because of its propensity for causing pulmonary embolism and deep vein thrombosis. also, are you using for protection during sex or to regulate your period? ortho tricyclen lo is recommended for the later.
if you're ready to have sex, then you need to be ready to take care of yourself and be mature enough to see a doctor.

Answer 8

The only type of birth control that will work, especially if you don't see your doctor is the one where you just DON'T HAVE SEX

If you are going to have sex but don't want to end up pregnant, go and see your doctor, you can register with another doctor if you are bothered about seeing your family doc, or try the brook advisory service.

Answer 9

I would see someone, even if it is at a Free Clinic, because everyone is different.
Some people have more risks for using the pill than others.
Also, family history can make a difference.
You really should have a full physical before you are put on anything to know what is right for you.

Answer 10

You don't want to go to a doctor?

Then use condoms... birth control pills are putting strong chemicals in your body... a doctor should monitor your blood & body to make sure you respond to it properly...

Or you could name your first kid after the online pharmacy...