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Hello, i started taking birth control a month ago and havent missed a pill and i always take them at the same time. But i was wondering how do i know if the pill is actually working for me? Is there anyway to know if the pill is actually working?
As far as I know, there would be no way of telling if it is working. Are you sexually active? I don't recommend hormonal birth control. There are risks and side effects to every kind of hormonal birth control. Here are some side effects of the pill.
Irregular bleeding or spotting
Nausea
Breast tenderness
Weight gain and/or water retention
Spotty darkening of the skin
Mood changes
If you have any of these effects, call your doctor immediately.
Abdominal pains (severe)
Chest pain or shortness of breath
Headaches (severe)
Eye problems, such as blurred vision
Severe leg or arm pain or numbness
Please email me and give me your feedback on this email.
Diane Cheryl
DCHERYL51@yahoo.com
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Diane Cheryl
Expertise
I can answer questions about the various methods of birth control. I can answer questions like "What would be the best method of birth control for me?" and other problems and concerns. I have researched side effects and risks of various methods of birth control. I have almost 23 years of experience working with various pregnancy resource centers. Please contact me at CHERYL51@aol.com if you would like to know more information about your situation or if I am "Maxed OUT".
Experience
I have almost 23 years of experience in counseling women about birth control and family planning.
Education/Credentials
Illinois Valley Community College, Austin Community College, Travel Agent Degree and almost 23 years of counseling experience.
I have worked with Pregnancy Resource Centers for almost 23 years.
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