Choices other than the pill
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Choices other than the pill
| Thu, 03-01-2007 - 8:29pm |
Hi,
I've been on the pill since I was 18 (I'm 21 now) and really have not had any problems with it, I started with yasmin and moved to seasonale, no spotting or anything like that and no periods which is the real reason I love seaosnale so much. However, I feel like it might have some impact on my libido. I want to switch to something non-hormonal to see if I can get some improvement with it. What should I chose that's reliable and not really messy?
Also, if it makes a difference I'm in a exclusive relationship w/bf of 3 years. And probably going to go to the doctor soon.
Thanks a lot
I've been on the pill since I was 18 (I'm 21 now) and really have not had any problems with it, I started with yasmin and moved to seasonale, no spotting or anything like that and no periods which is the real reason I love seaosnale so much. However, I feel like it might have some impact on my libido. I want to switch to something non-hormonal to see if I can get some improvement with it. What should I chose that's reliable and not really messy?
Also, if it makes a difference I'm in a exclusive relationship w/bf of 3 years. And probably going to go to the doctor soon.
Thanks a lot

I've looked around and would be interested in the IUD, but my question is, is okay for someone my age (21) to use it? Do you have to have had a baby before you could use it?
Also, does it hurt after the doctor puts it in?
I have the Mirena IUD. Some doctors will put it in women who haven't had a baby. Some won't because of the likely hood of spontaneous expulsion is higher if you haven't had a baby. I had mine put in at my 6 week check up after I had my son, I'm 24. It was uncomfortable to have put in and I had cramping for a day or so and some spotting. Getting one does cause irregular bleeding though for up to 6 months. It's good for 5 years and if you keep it at least 2 it's cheaper then the pill but more expense up front so check with your insurance to see if they cover it.
The Mirena IUD has some hormones in it but they are localized and less likely to cause side effects. It doesn't stop ovulation in all women it just stops implantation. If not having a regular period would make you nervous it may not be for you. Some women stop having periods all together on the Mirena.
If it's something your interested in I would definitely talk to your Gyno about it.
-Mel