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| Tue, 05-29-2007 - 11:00am |
I've been on Loestrin 24 for about 7 and a half cycles. The first 4 or 5 months, I had mid-cycle btb. Then for two months, I didn't get a period. (Not pg, though.) Now I'm back to the break through bleeding. Argh! I called my doc this morning to ask for a pill switch, but I was just able to speak with the nurse.
My doctor is supposed to call me today or tomorrow, and I'm wondering if there's another pill that you guys might recommend for women who've had btb issues with Loestrin or similar formulations. Any advice would be appreciated.
And for the record, I take my pill at EXACTLY the same time each night. I haven't done anything weird with supplements or food either, so I don't know why my body is so whacked out on this stuff. It's been a struggle, that's for sure.

Hi hon, welcome back!
Jill
I tried Yaz for 3 months, but that gave me leg cramps. I wasn't freaked about that, but my doctor was concerned. Loestrin 24 is the only other pill I've tried.
She called back a bit ago and is giving me a prescription for Lo Ovral. Do you think that will help? It's so frustrating trying out pills and having them not work well. My period was pretty predictable before taking the pill. I think it's ironic that the thing that's supposed to regulate my cycle more is doing the opposite!
Thanks for the help and insight!
Hi again hon,
Jill