Off of BCP and My Body is Freaking Out!
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Off of BCP and My Body is Freaking Out!
| Tue, 06-08-2004 - 5:29pm |
My husband and I are TTC #1. MY LMP was 3/31 when I went off BCP after being on it for 10+ years. I have not had a period since. I have taken 7 HPTs since then all different kinds - all negative. I called my doctor who told me just to relax and let nature take it's course (she claims the lack of menses can be normal after going off of BCP). In the meantime my breasts have gotten larger, I am constantly bloated and I have had cramps on and off for the last two months. Has anyone else had their body totally freak out after stopping BCP? I am very confused and trying to be patient but lets face it I can't get this off of my mind.

I am having the same thing happen to me. I've been on the pill for 4 years. My LMP was 3/28. I had taken a trip and wasn't able to get a new prescription until my husband and I came back into town. Which was three days later..so I said I would just wait until my next cycle to start the new pack. But to my surprise my cycle never showed up. I took three tests and all negative. I finally decided to see the GYNO and had to wait two weeks for an appt. (which is tomorrow) I haven't taken a test in two weeks, I have had the bloating, and larger heavier breast. Don't think I am pregnant..guess we will find out tomorrow.
I know stress can also be a factor...but I am very happy at this stage in my life..no stress..not even from work.
Does anyone know what else can cause this?
The verdict is in and....Nope not pregnant. The first thing the nurse said to me when I walked in and told her the date of my LMP was "Girl..you are pregnant!"
I tried not to give her a grim look when I finally finished my exam with my doctor.
They did a simple urine test that came back negative and everything else seemed fine. He explained to me like kfallen2003s doctor told her...(lack of menses can be normal after going off of BC)
So I will be starting my new pack of BC on Sunday...and back to normal(I guess). I just got remarried with two kids from a previous marriage and my new husband has a son, the oldest child will be 10..so hopefully we will try for a baby within the next year or two.
kfallen2003--
Keep trying..leave it in Gods hands and everything will be okay. Best Wishes!
How you proceed and treat these symptoms depends upon your reasons for stopping the pill. If you are trying to get pregnant then unfortunately its something you are going to have to wait out. You can help your situation by treating the symptoms...for example, decrease your salt and caffeine intake to help decrease bloating and water retention. Proper nutrition, hydration and vitamin intake with help with moods, cramping and bloating a bit too. I would recommend definitely contacting your doctor's office with any and all concerns...thats why they are there. Most offices have a nurse line that you can call to get questions answered. Do not hesitate to call if you feel concern...better safe than sorry! If you do not wish to get pregnant, do not count on the idea that it usually takes a few months to get back onto a regular cycle after being on the pill for a while. A few missed pills can result in pregnancy so use backup methods like condoms and spermacides.
I hope this has helped you to understand and to feel better about your situation. The over the counter tests you take (first response, clear blue easy) are the same ones that are used at the doctor's offices. Check the expiration date on it. If they show up negative using the first urine of the morning then you can pretty much rely on that. If you still don't believe it then call your doctor to have a blood test done. Good luck and I hope you feel better soon!