bc qs.Has anyone taken B.C to have four periods a year and has had no problems conceiving after they stopped?
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Depending on how long you want to wait to conceive, being on suppressive contraceptives might actually help improve fertility by somewhat minimizing the implants and creating a less hostile pelvic environment as a result.
That said, Seasonale was tested for only one year on fewer than 300 women. That is not a very reassuring number or timing phase. Seasonale is still very new in terms of really knowing the long-term effects on hormones, reproduction, and other health issues.
According to the manufacturer, "Seasonale is a reversible form of birth control. Once you stop taking Seasonale, ovulation should resume. There may be some delay in becoming pregnant after you stop using any birth control pill, including Seasonale, especially ifyou have had irregular menstrual cycles before using a birth control pill. Birth control pills, including Seasonale, do not cause infertility."
The side effects, however, can be numerous and range from common and mild to less common and potentially life threatening, including:
Thrombophlebitis
Arterial thromboembolism
Pulmonary embolism
Myocardial infarction
Cerebral hemorrhage
Cerebral thrombosis
Hypertension
Gallbladder disease
Hepatic adenomas or benign liver tumors
Mesenteric thrombosis
Retinal thrombosis
Nausea / Vomiting
Gastrointestinal symptoms (such as abdominal cramps and bloating)
Breakthrough bleeding
Spotting
Change in menstrual flow
Amenorrhea
Temporary infertility after discontinuation of treatment
Edema/fluid retention
Melasma/chloasma which may persist
Breast changes: tenderness, enlargement, and secretion
Change in weight or appetite (increase or decrease)
Change in cervical ectropion and secretion
Possible diminution in lactation when given immediately postpartum
Cholestatic jaundice
Migraine headache
Rash (allergic)
Mood changes, including depression
Vaginitis, including candidiasis
Change in corneal curvature (steepening)
Intolerance to contact lenses
Decrease in serum folate levels
Exacerbation of systemic lupus erythematosus
Exacerbation of porphyria
Exacerbation of chorea
Aggravation of varicose veins
Anaphylactic/anaphylactoid reactions, including urticaria, angioedema, and severe reactions with respiratory and circulatory symptoms
Premenstrual syndrome
Cataracts
Optic neuritis which may lead to partial or complete loss of vision
Cystitis-like syndrome
Headache
Nervousness
Dizziness
Hirsutism
Loss of scalp hair
Erythema multiforme
Erythema nodosum
Hemorrhagic eruption
Impaired renal function
Hemolytic uremic syndrome
Budd-Chiari syndrome
Acne
Changes in libido
Colitis
Pancreatitis
Dysmenorrhea
And more.
If you are considering taking them solely for relief from and suppression of the Endo, you need to know that suppression does not equal relief. Many women who undergo medical suppression through Depo Provera, Lupron or other meds like OCs do not experience any relief. Your best bet would be to obtain definitive treatment by a specialist, such as the doctors at places like www.centerforendo.com or www.endometriosistreatment.org...
Talk to others who have been in your shoes and see what kind of feedback you might get. For info, information, experience exchanges and more, see http://groups.yahoo.com/group/erc.
Good luck.
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Yes I was on birth control and three months after I stopped taking it I was pregnant with twins. It's a great chance for you to conceive also my cousin has the same problem and she just had a child a year ago so yes to answer your question.
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