sex drive ?

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Registered: 10-03-2003
sex drive ?
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Mon, 07-24-2006 - 1:30am
Does birth control slow down your sex drive? I just started the patch. I am in a new relationship and I'm not sure if it's that or nerves.
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Registered: 03-19-2003
In reply to: jjflipt
Mon, 07-24-2006 - 7:49am

It can--because birth control suppresses ovulation, it also suppresses your own testosterone production.

Judie Cl for Birth Control 
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Registered: 10-03-2003
In reply to: jjflipt
Mon, 07-24-2006 - 9:08am

Thanks Judie!!

My period isn't that heavy. It is slowing down too! YEA! I will be patient. Thanks again!!!