Could I be pregnant?

iVillage Member
Registered: 01-09-2004
Could I be pregnant?
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Sun, 07-18-2004 - 4:14pm
Hey. I have been taking OTC-Lo and my period ended about 8 days ago. Today, I woke up with some bleeding and I have been throwing up at least once a day for about 4 days. My period was light. My throwing up just all of a sudden happens. Should I be worried? My SO and I use condoms as well as me taking the pill regularly.
iVillage Member
Registered: 12-30-2003
Sun, 07-18-2004 - 7:11pm
Hi Sarah, welcome!

How long have you been on OTC-Lo? Some women experience irregular bleeding and nausea as side effects during the first few cycles when switching or starting a new pill as their bodies adjust to the hormones but the nausea doesn’t usually result in throwing up. If you have vomited within 2 hours after taking your pill then that counts as a missed pill and will reduce the effectiveness of your protection. The hormonal fluctuation caused by late or missed pills can result in irregular bleeding. See “Taking your pills correctly” in the FAQ folder at the top of the board for things to avoid and tips about how to get the most protection from your pills. If you had your period and have been using condoms as well as OTC-Lo you should be fine. You might have a summer virus. There are some of them going around. See what you doctor says. Vomiting can dehydrate you quickly so be sure to drink plenty of fluids. I hope you are feeling better soon! Let us know how you’re doing, ok?

Good luck,

      Jill

    

iVillage Member
Registered: 01-09-2004
Sun, 07-18-2004 - 8:39pm
I took a pregnancy test just to be safe and I was negative (thank you!). So I will see how I am feeling. I just switched to OTC-Lo from OTC this month. That must be side effects.
iVillage Member
Registered: 05-22-2004
Sun, 07-18-2004 - 10:38pm
OTC-Lo gave me nausea too, while OTC didn't. So that's probably why you are sick. :) Hope you feel better!

Andrea



Andrea

Wife to Chris since 7-13-03
Mom to Alyssa (10-10-05)
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