You are here:

Birth Control/Long Term Usage questions

Advertisement

Expert: - 3/17/2010


Question
Hi.

I'm wanting to know how dangerous it is for me to be on the patch? I've been on it for five years for medical reasons, and I'm worried that being on it since the age of 12 (before I was even a teenager) might lead to problems later on. If there was an alternative I would take it, but being cripple for a week out of the month isn't an option (the pain is so bad, I can't retain food or water the whole time). Is there another solution to my problem?

Answer
Hi Mariah,

Yes, I feel that it is dangerous to be on the patch. I have heard reports of women dying and of course, other risks. Are you on it because of sex or your periods? There has to be another answer. Let me ask a friend about food alternatives. I have heard much from her about how food can affect your whole body. Please email me at CHERYL51@aol.com and put ALLEXPERTS in the subject line of your email. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,
Diane Cheryl

Birth Control

All Answers

Answers by Expert:

Ask Experts

Volunteer

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.

©2012 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company. All rights reserved.