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I recently stopped getting the depo shot due to weight gain. I am changing to ortho tri cyclen 28 day. I have not had a regular period in 4 months and didn't have one at all for 11 years while on the depo shot. I am needing to know if I can start the pill today even though I am not on my period? And if I do start the pill, will I have to throw out and start a whole new pack when my period starts?
Dear Courtney,
Sorry I was not able to get your question until today. So what did you end up doing? Did you start the pill? Let me know so I can advise you properly. You probably should talk to your doctor about your questions. I don't recommend depo or birth control pills because they are hormonal methods. There can be risks and side effects from the hormones. Please reconsider another method, non-hormonal. If you email me at CHERYL51@aol.com we can talk more. Please put ALLEXPERTS in the subject line of your email.
Sincerely,
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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