Can hormonal bc cause fatigue?
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Can hormonal bc cause fatigue?
| Thu, 08-05-2004 - 1:05pm |
I have been experiencing fatigue (more than usual - I have 3 small kids) the past few mos. It started after the Depo shot in the end of March. I had other yucky side effects from Depo and let the shot wear off and started the patch in the end of June. So here I am, the fatigue is still here. The kids and I have all gotten colds this summer and when I have a cold I am dead tired and when I am healthy, I still feel a strong need for a nap even with 9-10 hours of nighttime sleep. I basically feel like I am in my first trimester of pregnancy as far as energy goes.
I have been tested for preg (neg), my iron level is fine, my liver profile is normal, and I am awaiting the thyroid test results. I asked my dr if the thyroid comes back normal, could it be the hormonal bc that is causing it? She suggested that since my dh is going to be out of town the next 4-5 mos, I stop the patch after this cycle and see how I feel.
I was thinking about doing that anyway, I had a little weight gain from the depo and am not able to shake it with the patch on.
Any idea if the fatigue can come from the hormones?


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