which BC is right for you?

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Registered: 03-05-2004
which BC is right for you?
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Mon, 03-29-2004 - 5:19pm
I don't think BC pills is for me, I've have two different kinds for a year and a half and I got the same side effects from both of the pills. How do you know what BC protection is right for you? I have an appoitment coming up in April, but I'd just like to hear what you ladies have to say..

Thanks in advance.

wantzababy
iVillage Member
Registered: 12-30-2003
Mon, 03-29-2004 - 7:10pm
Hi wantzababy,

There are many different BCPs so there may well be one that is right for you. If you really want to use hormonal contraceptives you just have to keep trying different ones until you find one that works well for you. I forget what you have already tried. You might want to try NuvaRing which has a low dosage and is a very low maintenance method. Having said that, I’m comfortable with the level of effectiveness that I get (about 96%) from a cervical cap and spermicide and I feel so much better than I did when I was on hormones. Every woman has to decide what is right for her. I hope you find a method that works well for you.

Good luck

      Jill

    

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Registered: 03-27-2003
Tue, 03-30-2004 - 9:04am
I'd say first of all talk to your health care provider....they know your medical/health history...That's important to consider too-some bc pills can affect certain conditions (like in my case high blood pressure)....Then I'd say to evaluate your lifestyle...see what you're willing to do (ie condoms,or if you want something you don't have to "think" too much about-the IUD or patch or shot)....good luck!!