Im curious about the pill.... I know it varies and there are different pills etc but in relation to that.. How much weight does the pill usually make you put on? Is it hard to lose the weight/not gain the weight? Where do you usually put it on? Do you get bigger boobs without putting on weight anywhere else? How common is this? If you get the pill that clears acne, how well does it do it? And will it clear it everywhere, eg face anddd back? Any other stuff to add would be helpful! xx
2007-09-04 22:36:01 · 5 answers · asked by meli star 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
1. For those that gain weight (which is caused by water retention due to the hormones in the medication) the average gain is about 5-10 lbs
2. Yes, some may find it hard to lose but most I have talked to had no problems with losing weight when coming off the pill.
3. Yes, breasts can get bigger while on the pill, it's because of the hormones and I found the easiest way to deal with that was get a bigger sized bra so I had less tenderness because of their size.
4. Weight gain on the pill is pretty common
5. I found that the pill has been pretty helpful to clearing up my acne (all brands are capable of doing this although some are marketed a bit more as a way to help acne than others)
6. It should help all over but I would recommend double checking with your doctor for additional information because sometimes hormone imbalances can cause the acne and other medicines may be necessary
As for other information it can take the body about 3 months to adjust to being on the medication and one way that it tries to adjust is that it can sometimes cause a woman to spot (bleed) for a short time but if it continues past that she needs to let the doctor know. This could mean a change in medication is necessary.
2007-09-04 22:50:54 · answer #1 · answered by sokokl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the pills is different for everyone...ive been on it for 6 years and i did gain weight but i was also craving more foods. acne is still here at the age of 30...it's ur stress level too that causes acne. ur hormones changes alot. u can have larger breast only if u gain weight (in some people)...i wish i had bigger breast...it can make u moody! the plus side is shorter lighter periods and that is worth it to me!
2007-09-05 05:44:03 · answer #2 · answered by lil_luv_baby 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
orthotricyclen (spelling?) clears up acne
it regulates your period and reduces cramps and keeps you from getting prego
Yep, you gain 5-10 lbs and its water weight that you keep right in your gut. You can't get rid of it unless you go off the pill. You can exercise and lose weight but you'll always have that bloated gut
If you are someone who gains weight in their boobs yes you will, some people don't and they gain all the weight in their but or hips it depends on your body. I got cleavage from the pill.
2007-09-05 05:44:20 · answer #3 · answered by AMe 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This varies by different people. Some people get larger Boobs, acne,, and as you say gain weight. But other people it doesn't affect them one bit! i think the best thing to do i to go to a doctor and get information from them, they are very helpful and understands whats going on. you can also check out this web site. it tells you everything!
Good luck!
2007-09-05 05:46:49 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I went on the pill Estelle to clear acne & it worked wonderfully.......
2007-09-05 05:39:13 · answer #5 · answered by chazta01 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋