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i am 5'4 and i weigh 105 pounds..i have no medical problems except that am underweight.i have never taken birth control pills and am planning on getting some to help me gain weight but i don't know which kind will help me,since i haven't been to the doctors,also i have a smooth face and am scared i might develop acne from it..thank very much in advance
Hi Lois,
I wouldn't recommend taking birth control pills for gaining weight. There must be other methods of doing that without taking hormonal birth control pills with possible risks and side effects.
Where did you get the idea of this?
Yes, some of the side effects might affect your body or skin. Other issues as well, emotional, etc. Please email me at CHERYL51@aol.com and I might be able to suggest something else. Hope to hear from you soon.
Diane Cheryl
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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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