NuvaRing pros/cons?

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Registered: 06-07-2004
NuvaRing pros/cons?
Thu, 10-07-2004 - 10:47am
I'm not thrilled with my current BC (OTC-Lo) and I'm thinking about trying out NuvaRing.

I've done some reading on their website, so I know the basics. It sounds like the major advantage is the convenience of having to change it only once a month (which sounds great).

I'm curious about people's experiences with it and any of negative side effects you've noticed. I've read that it can increase vaginal discharge. Has this been noticeable? Has it been a problem? (Has anyone's partner reported a change in the way you smell/taste down there?)

Does the ring bother you or your partner at all during intercourse or oral sex or when he's fingering you? Can he feel it? Can you feel it? (Do you tend to take it out for sex?)

Has it affected your acne, moods, libido, cramps? How do your periods on it compare to any pills you've been on?

Have you had any problems with it slipping out? Is it annoying to use with tampons? (Or do your periods tend to end before you insert a new ring?)

Thanks for any input!