BC patch: concerns and poss preg?

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Registered: 02-17-2004
BC patch: concerns and poss preg?
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Thu, 02-19-2004 - 6:43pm
I'm very bad about timing and remembering to take my bc pills every day. When I do remember, I usually have to double up to make up missed days. It was common for me to miss 3 days. My doctor recommended Ortho Evra, and I am currently on my second patch.

Right now I'm dealing with frustrating weight gain. Frustrating because I am working on losing weight by following an eating plan and exercising regularly. Since starting the patch, I've gained almost 3lbs. I know this is a common side effect. I also know that breast tenderness is another side effect.

However, hypothetically, could there be a possibility that I'm pregnant? Could you please look at the timeline and see if there's any kind of possibility? (Or tell me I'm a paranoid nut? Hehe.)

- Still on Mircette, last IC was week of Jan 18-24. Was on 2nd week of pills, had some missed day (see above).

- Stopped taking pills in 3rd week, 5 pills in.

- Started patch Feb 8

See, the reason I'm paranoid is because:

1. weight gain

2. breast tenderness

3. frequent urination (although I try to drink a lot of water)

4. cramping in 1st week of patch felt similar to preggo cramps

Should I stop by the drugstore on my way home tonight and pick up an HPT?

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Registered: 03-19-2003
Fri, 02-20-2004 - 8:10am

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