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Birth Control Pills/Questions Answered by Expert Diane Cheryl

Subject	Date Asked
Staring birth control first time-urgent advice needed	5/18/2012
Q: I am 17 years old and live in Dubai,U.A.E. I would like to start using the monthly pill but i need ... A: Hope you got my email answering your question. Here is what I sent. I don't know if you read my ...
birth control	5/17/2012
Q: i had asked a few weeks ago about delaying a period. i had used my birth control to delay my period ... A: If I answered your last question, I probably said that I don't recommend altering your natural cycle ...
am i going to get pregnant?	5/16/2012
Q: I just want to ask and kow if im goingto get pregnant because i only took 20tablets of dianne 35 ... A: There shouldn't be much of a problem from missing just 1 tablet but then there is always a very ...
birth control pills	5/14/2012
Q: gud day, i need advice. .my GF and i have sex in the morning in MAY 13 but accidentally i cum inside ... A: Sorry I just got to your question now. So what ended up happening in your situation? Was she taking ...
considering the pill	5/9/2012
Q: so im turning 20 soon and since i can rember i had extremely painful periods! like very painful , ... A: So are you considering the pill only for your health and not for sex? That is what I get out of your ...
birth control mishap?	4/20/2012
Q: I'm Alex. I'm 23 years old and I have been using Birthcontrol for 3 years now. I had an IUD till ... A: Sorry for the delay, did you find out anything yet? Did you start your period? I would think that ...
Plan B one step and missed period	4/16/2012
Q: I recently took Plan B one step on 2/25/12, my last period was on 2/16/12. I missed my period in ... A: Yes, it's not uncommon to have your period altered by taking Plan B. It is a dose of hormones. Did ...
Loestrin 24 Fe	1/31/2012
Q: stopped taking loestrin 24 fe five weeks ago and still no period. The last period I had was at ... A: Do you feel that you might be pregnant? If so, you can get a free pregnancy test at a local ...
bleeding on bc pills	1/4/2012
Q: I'd appreciate any kind of advice on my issue. I've been bleeding usually after sex but sometimes ... A: I don't know the reason you would be bleeding but I have heard of this happening. I'm not sure if ...
Period while on pill	11/16/2011
Q: I have been on the pill (Levelin) for over a year and I have been having one period every three ... A: Hopefully, your period ended and you are back to normal? I hope you talked to your doctor about this ...
Missed 2 pills	10/12/2011
Q: I've been on ortho tricyclen Lo for a little over a year. My period was on 9/21. I started my ... A: Taking the pills in this way can cause side effects, which could be the cramps and sore breast. But ...
Period during 3rd week on pill	9/23/2011
Q: I have been on the pill for 3 months. The first month I took JUNEL FE 1-20 TABLET, prescribed by my ... A: This could sound like a strange question but I do have to ask this. The reason is that lately I've ...
birth control pills	8/25/2011
Q: I currently see a doctor regularly to get my birth control prescription. I am getting ready to move ... A: Cocoa, I think you might have to start over to keep getting your prescription. However, if you have ...
second period this month	7/30/2011
Q: I'm 21 and on my third month of taking birth control pills. I take progestin only pills because I ... A: I have to ask you if you are sexually active because you really didn't say. If you are, then it is ...
Contraceptive	6/21/2011
Q: sir , please help me . i had unprotected sex with my girl friend on 20th june 2011 at 7:30 p.m. i ... A: Ronit, I'm sorry but I just got your question today at July 4th. Are you saying that she is ...
please help me	6/18/2011
Q: i am 30 yrs old and prescribed to use diane-35. i have finished 2 packs already. just finished the ... A: Maricel, I really don't recommend the birth control pill at all. I have researched this and found ...
How long?	5/17/2011
Q: I am a 47-year-old woman who is really nervous. I talked to my gynecologist about taking ... A: I'm so sorry but I just got your question and I see that it was last week. I hope you are doing well ...
Birth control pregnant or not?	5/4/2011
Q: For 3 days I Missed my pill accidentally and had unprotected sex the first two days. Now usually ... A: It's possible. Has anything further happened since you asked me this question? Let me know. Did you ...
sprintec 28	5/2/2011
Q: i got confused when to start taking the birth control. so i started them the Sunday after my period. ... A: You will have to look at the instructions or ask your doctor about when you should take the pills. I ...
stopping the pill	4/15/2011
Q: my question is i want to know what i will expect after i will stop yasmin the birth control pill ... A: I can't really tell you how long it will take for your period to become regular. Why are you going ...
Pregnancy chance while on pill and period	3/25/2011
Q: I just started taking birth control pills this month and me and my boyfriend had sex while I was on ... A: Diane, Have you taken the morning after pill yet? If not, please read the article on ...
menstrual cycles/infertility	3/24/2011
Q: I'm becoming really concerned about my menstrual cycle. I've always had pretty regular periods, ... A: Love your name, by the way. Anyway, what's been happening? I am sorry that I was just able to get ...
Pill and Bloating	2/19/2011
Q: I have been taking Yasmin (Ocella) for years. I got off of them last June as I am going thru a ... A: I can't really tell you what will happen. Some women start bleeding when they go off the pill. ...
Irregular periods from morning after pill?	2/3/2011
Q: I have always had regular periods! 28-29 days. Until I took that morning after pill in november. I ... A: Unfortunately, yes, the morning after pill can really cause havoc in your regular cycles. I wish ...
heavy period	1/26/2011
Q: sorry if this is the wrong section, but the teen section was 'maxed out'. So, im 13 and have had my ... A: Did you get the answer I sent you below Hello Louie, Yes, I think you should talk to your mum ...
delay period	1/21/2011
Q: I am going out of town dand so i want to delay my period. I havent been on the pill for a couple of ... A: I don't think it is wise or safe to switch from one pill to another in that time range. I don't ...
the pill and or shot	1/3/2011
Q: In Nov. of 2009 my doctor recommend that i go on the depo shot, seeing it was a low health risk, ... A: Erica, This is possible because I have had women tell me that the depo shot caused period problems ...
missed pills	1/1/2011
Q: My 21 year old daughter has been on Sprintec for about a year for irregular periods. Her doctor gave ... A: I am not a doctor. In ideal circumstances, she should contact her doctor about this. I would ...
missed period	12/25/2010
Q: After only 3 months on birth control pills I stopped taking them the last dates of October. I had ... A: Has anything happened since you last wrote me? Let me know. Did you have your period and if not, did ...
Non Hormonal Birth control	12/15/2010
Q: I was wondering if there was a good Non Hormonal Birth control method. I'm not suppose to have any ... A: The only non-hormonal birth control methods I know of are Natural Family Planning or condoms. I can ...
Birth control and conception	12/6/2010
Q: I have a question for you. I stopped taking birth control in April. Being on birth control, I had ... A: Angela, I will have to do some research on this question and the time is running out with ...
birth control pills	12/4/2010
Q: I am wondering if, while taking Ortho Tri-Cyclen (not tri-cyclen Lo) it is safe to skip the sugar ... A: From what I have learned in my research, that is true that it's not good to skip a period with this ...
tensed!!!!	11/9/2010
Q: 22, unmarried frm bangladesh. i had sex wid my bf today.my period ended day b4 yesterday.he wore ... A: I would not recommend the ipill if that is the same thing as Plan B or the morning after pill. There ...
Side Effects of pill	10/21/2010
Q: I am 30 years old and have been on a few different pills in the past and have had absolutely no ... A: Gale, I would recommend talking to your doctor about all this before deciding for yourself. I don't ...
Heavy bleeding	10/16/2010
Q: I recently went off of my birth control pills (September 13th), I started my period the 17th. After ... A: I would suggest that you go to your doctor to get a check up and consultation. Or you can go to a ...
the pill	9/23/2010
Q: ive stoped taking my pill about 5 days ago but ive not started a period what should i do ? A: Have you started your period yet? There really isn't anything to do if you haven't. Then you have to ...
Mirena	9/20/2010
Q: I had my son 2 years ago and had only used birth control pills up until this past Feb when I got the ... A: Did you get the mirena removed? Please let me know this. I would like to talk to you by email ...
birth control questions	9/9/2010
Q: I was planning on taking birth control pills for the first time and I have some questions. -I've ... A: Birth control pills can help with acne but I don't believe that is a good reason to take them. In ...
Birth Control/Planned Parenthood	8/25/2010
Q: I have a few questions. I am not sure if you can answer them, but I wasnt sure where else to turn. I ... A: I really wouldn't be able to tell you about the insurance. I'm not a part of those agencies and so ...
pils after a abortion	8/13/2010
Q: I'm from a country where abortion is illegal i was pregnant and i did an abortion myself by using ... A: I'm sorry but I didn't see your question until now. I don't know enough to recommend about the ...
Depo	8/12/2010
Q: I'm on my second depo shot, I'm almost done with it in September. I never had my period until now. I ... A: If you are still bleeding, you might want to consider a checkup. You could get anemia or other ...
Birth Control Side Effects	7/21/2010
Q: I am curently taking tri sprintec birth control pills. A few months ago I noticed long open cuts on ... A: Hmmm, I have not heard of this before in all my 22 years of experience in the field. Please consult ...
Starting the pill at the wrong time	7/20/2010
Q: I've been on the pill now for over a year. But I started taking the first pill at the wrong time. My ... A: Chrissie, You would have to ask your doctor about this because I'm not a medical professional. So ...
Birth Control Pills and Weight Gain	7/14/2010
Q: I recently started on a birth control pill called "Diane" that is available in Canada and Europe ... A: There is a possible side effect of the pill which is weight gain. There are also other side effects ...
Next morning pill?	7/5/2010
Q: .. Just wonder how effective is the next morning pill if i took it before the 72 hours window....I ... A: I'm a little confused about your question. You are mentioning Dec 12th. Are you sure that your ...
Birth Control/chances of pregnancy	6/9/2010
Q: I lost my birth control pills and missed 5 'Active' pills.My idiocy took over and I had unprotected ... A: Has anything happened since you posted this question? You did take a risk when you had "unprotected" ...
Oral contraceptives and bulimia	4/6/2010
Q: I have a question for you. I've been on the pill (Yaz, to be more accurate), for a couple of months ... A: Sorry I was not able to get to your question until today. Please let me know what has happened since ...
ipill and diane 35	4/4/2010
Q: i am a 22 year old female. my boyfriend and i had unprotected sex on the 22nd and 25th of march. i ... A: I don't recommend the Ipill or any kind of hormonal birth control methods. This can be dangerous to ...
Switching birth control pills	4/1/2010
Q: I have just been given a new contraceptive pill. I was previously on Microgynon 30 and have now been ... A: Sophie, I'm sorry but I was just getting your question today. Did you go ahead and use extra ...
Pills messing up tests?	3/30/2010
Q: I am suspected to have PCOS but have declined the tests until a future date. Right now I have been ... A: Here is an article I found online http://www.acne.org/birth-control-pills-acne.html However, if you ...
Periods after the birth control pill	3/24/2010
Q: I was just wondering, if possible, if you could give me some advice on a current problem. I am 4 1/2 ... A: Yes, you should probably see your doctor about this. You could miss or be late because of stress but ...
Confused	3/14/2010
Q: I am a 21yrs old female. I had sex with my bf on March 9, 2010. Although he did not ejaculate inside ... A: What has happened with you since you posted this question to me? Please email me at CHERYL51@aol.com ...
i pill; vaginal bleeding	3/5/2010
Q: i took the i pill after unprotected sex and started experiencing a vaginal spotting after 6 hours ... A: Sorry I was not able to get to your question until now. I wonder if your health is ok now. Why did ...
Pill/Missed Periods Age 40	2/10/2010
Q: I am a 40 year old woman and have been on the pill for 16 years. During that time my periods were ... A: I'm not a medical professional so I really can't think of anything else to contribute. I think your ...
birthcontrol antibiotics and missed period	2/4/2010
Q: Im 16 was on microgestin FE 1-20. started in november last period was november20 2009. didnt take ... A: Taking birth control pills (which have hormones in them) could affect your natural health and cycle. ...
Could plan b skipped my period?	2/2/2010
Q: I took plan b on the days I would usually receive my period which is day 29-31, It's been about 6 ... A: Katernia, What happened in your situation? I can't advise to take Plan B or the morning after pill. ...
Suspected problems with cerzette (UK)	1/16/2010
Q: I've been on it about 3 months now, after changing from mircogynon because i had a migraine. I've ... A: Yes, there are rather common side effects from any kind of hormonal birth control pill. Mood swings ...
Norethisterone	12/27/2009
Q: I hope this is the right section for this question...I looked and couldn't really find one, so I'm ... A: I really don't know that much about Norethisterone but I can do some research on it if you like. I ...
BC pill ?	12/25/2009
Q: I've been taking a combination birth control pill for just about a year. I take my pill EVERYDAY and ... A: I'm not a medical doctor so just wanted you to know that fact. I have done countless research ...
New BC cause of yeast infection?	12/15/2009
Q: Ok. I had been on Microgestin FE 1.5/30 for 3 years with no apparent side effects and recently I ... A: I'm not a doctor so I suggest that you find a physician unless you have one already. A doctor could ...
depo shot effects	12/13/2009
Q: My girlfriend just started taking the depo shot and she has been hearing rumors that yes her breast ... A: Bobby, There is no good way to guarantee that she will not get pregnant. No birth control method ...
Missed a pill! (Diane 35)	12/9/2009
Q: i have a question... i missed my pill the 8th day i started my pack and had sexual intercourse the ... A: Sorry I did not get your question until today. It should be ok that you took 2 pills the 9th day. ...
depo shot effects	12/4/2009
Q: My girlfriend just started taking the depo shot and she has been hearing rumors that yes her breast ... A: From what I've read, it is more generally an overall weight gain that could happen from depo. But I ...
birth control	11/23/2009
Q: I am wondering what is the best option for birth control. I am currently taking Dianin 35 (spelling ... A: I don't recommend the birth control pill or any kind of hormonal birth control methods. I believe ...
hai sir	11/18/2009
Q: is birth control pills increse breast size? is they have any side effects? i am 23,married ,pls tell ... A: I don't know about birth control pills increasing breast size. But there are many side effects and ...
to be pregnant, or not to be, that is the question	11/9/2009
Q: ...Hubby and I decided to try for baby. taking prenatal vitamins and in tip top health (both of us), ... A: So what has happened in the last few days? If you want to be pregnant, you have to go off the birth ...
UNPROTECTED SEX /ABOUT BEING PREGO	11/6/2009
Q: OCTOBER 23 2009 ME AND MY BOYFRIEND HAD UNPROTECTED SEX WITH MY BOYFRIEND,HE DIDNT PULL OUT ... A: Did you take a pregnancy test yet? If not, or even if you want a free one, contact a local pregnancy ...
Birth Control	11/5/2009
Q: Cheryl, I am 20 years old and I am currently sexually active. I have been on birth control for ... A: Has anything happened with you to let you know if you are pregnant or not? I wouldn't think that 12 ...
will the pill help me?	11/4/2009
Q: I have had quite normal periods for my whole life but in the last year or so I have developed some ... A: I have a problem with doctors putting women on the pill for non-sexual means. There might be other ...
Birth Control and TTC	10/25/2009
Q: I have been taking birth control continuously for 11 years to help with ovarian cysts. I typically ... A: I'm not a medical doctor so I really can't tell you if you would be pregnant. You will have to ...
Birth control	10/20/2009
Q: I am 22 and I take Cyclen in the 28 pill pack. In August I had my regular period and then I stopped ... A: I think you should rethink going back on the pill. Have you noticed that you had any side effects ...
Birth Contro	10/10/2009
Q: I am 30 years old trying to get pregnant. I am on birth control pill for the first month . I started ... A: I don't understand why you are on the birth control pill if you want to be pregnant. Normally, the ...
Ortho low and generic	10/1/2009
Q: I appreciate you taking the time to answer my question. I have been on ortho low for years with no ... A: I would advise you to seek medical attention about your question. I have read in my research that ...
birth control mishap	9/27/2009
Q: I have a concern with my birth control pills. I took a birth control pill today (I take Levora) for ... A: I'm not sure exactly if that would be safe or not. Most of the time, if you miss one pill, it ...
Birth Control and Antibiotics	9/17/2009
Q: I took 500mg of keflex for 7 days, im also on microgestin fe 1/20. I know that antibiotics can ... A: I'm not a doctor or a pharmacist so I really think both of them probably have more professional ...
If am i pregnant?	9/16/2009
Q: I am Mary from Armenia. I take birth control pills(Diane 35). May last day of the pill was Sunday ... A: I am unable to tell you if you're pregnant. You will have to take a pregnancy test. I don't know if ...
New to Birth Control-Endless Period	9/11/2009
Q: I am 33 years old, and I just started taking hormonal birth control for the first time in my life ... A: You should be somewhat concerned but the pill has a lot of side effects and risks. You are putting a ...
Birth control / yeast infections.	9/5/2009
Q: I've been on birth control for only 2 months now. i have my period currently with in the second ... A: I don't recommend birth control pills or any kind of hormonal birth control method. There are side ...
Birth control pill effects or pregancy	8/31/2009
Q: Good morning Diane. For the past 2 and a half months I’ve been very confused about the symptoms my ... A: I'm not a doctor so always check with your local physician. In my opinion, these could be side ...
spotting	8/26/2009
Q: I don't know if I should give you a little background information or not. I will ask my question and ... A: Is your question about concern about birth control pills? How long have you been on the birth ...
Birth Control	8/21/2009
Q: I am currently taking a birth control called Femcon Fe, I use to be on a birth control called Ovcon ... A: First of all, I don't recommend the Nuvaring. I have researched this and there are many side effects ...
Would you consider this safe sex?	8/18/2009
Q: I had unprotected sex the night of when i took my first week of pills. thus, the seven pills were in ... A: Adrian, In my opinion, there is no such thing as protected sex. There is no method of birth control ...
No period, not pregnant, and on birth control	8/15/2009
Q: I have been on the same birth control since I was 16 years old (I'm now 37 years old) and I have ... A: I'm not sure what to tell you about this. I think some say to wait until your period started and ...
PMS	8/4/2009
Q: I had severe mensral cramps and irritibility most of my life. I had my tubes tied a couple of years ... A: I just got your question because I've been traveling because my aunt passed away. So please forgive ...
emergency pills causing light periods?	8/3/2009
Q: since recently i started to have problems with ma cycle. i had no period october nvember and ... A: So what else has been happening? If you still want to take a pregnancy test you can find a location ...
should i be scared	7/30/2009
Q: i just started my birth control a week ago and i just stop taking it cause i was scared that my bf ... A: Please consult your doctor about this. Yes, if you are pregnant, for health reasons it is best to go ...
is cerazette the best pill for me?	7/29/2009
Q: I have been taking Cerazette, mini pill for 18 months now. In that time I have not had a period. I ... A: I just found an article online about dangers of the pill, which I've been researching for a while. ...
2 Periods...	7/27/2009
Q: I have already had my period on July 14-19. I have been on Orthro-Novum for about a month and ran ... A: This situation could be because of you stopping the birth control. The hormones from the pills can ...
major concern about birth control pill	7/22/2009
Q: Are birth control pills safe for women (in their 20's) with irregular periods? A: I don't recommend hormonal birth control (which included pills) because of my studies of side ...
Birth Control Pills + Antibiotics	7/19/2009
Q: I was put on antibiotics last week and called in to ask about their interaction with birth control ... A: If I were you, I would be cautious if you don't want to take a chance on getting pregnant. I would ...
when will my period start?	7/6/2009
Q: I started taking birth control this month, I am now to my "sugar" pills. I took one last night for ... A: If you are taking the 28 cycle of pills, you should start your period while taking the "sugar" ...
question about birth control	6/29/2009
Q: I haven't had my period since January. I went to the gyno in May for an exam, and everything came ... A: I don't recommend getting on birth control to regulate your period. What does your doctor say as to ...
Nuva ring and vein pain in legs	6/6/2009
Q: I am 40 y/o who recently was prescribed with the Nuva ring for heavy and very painfull periods and ... A: Lisa, I am sorry to hear your story and your problems. I don't recommend hormonal birth control ...
Connection with pill?	6/3/2009
Q: and I was on Alesse for the last 5 years. Unfortunatly my depression on this pill got worse so my ... A: Each method of birth control is different. You could have a side effect that is different from ...
No PAP before Depo shot ?	6/2/2009
Q: My daughter went to doctor for a depo-provera shot and got it. She was 18 at the time and has never ... A: I can't speak for the doctor whom your doctor went to. In my opinion, you are right and your ...
boomitsyu@aim.com	5/28/2009
Q: How accurate are clearblue easy digital pregnancy tests? Are they just as accurate 19 days after ... A: As far as I know, the clearblue tests are accurate. Sometimes, the tests might not show up ...
Spotting between periods	5/27/2009
Q: Since having my daughter, she is 2 now, I have been on 6 different pills, with a break while ... A: I'm not a doctor so I urge you to contact your own physician. I really can't recommend a hormonal ...
Tri-sprintec	5/24/2009
Q: I have just finished my first week of tri-sprintec 28 day pills, and i was wondering when it would ... A: Beckie, It is never 100% safe to prevent pregnant using "protected" sex or "unprotected". Even if ...
Late Pill	5/15/2009
Q: I normally take my birth control pills (Levora) at 12 noon. Tuesday I started a new job and was ... A: There shouldn't be much of a problem in being late by taking your pill just an hour and a half. I ...
Birth control pills	5/13/2009
Q: My doctor has me on Ortho tri-cyclen (birth control). And she did the quick start method of taking ... A: I hope that you did consult your doctor or pill provider to find out the answer to your question. I ...
Got my period early?	5/6/2009
Q: I started taking Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo at the end of January and have been relatively consistant in ... A: Sorry I could not answer your question the same day that you sent it. So what did you end up doing? ...
Abnormal side effects	5/5/2009
Q: I Have been on birth control on and off since i was 15 and have been on them again for a little ... A: I don't think I have heard of this being a side effect of the birth control pills. Did you change ...
Missed BC Pills	4/21/2009
Q: My third week of pills I missed 2 pills and took all 3 on the third day and continued the rest of ... A: I'm not a medical professional so I advise you to talk to your doctor about this question. However, ...
Birth control side effects.	4/20/2009
Q: I've been on birth control since I was 17 and i'm 38 now. I went off Depo three years ago. Then my ... A: I don't know if you have read any of my previous answers but I don't recommend the birth control ...
Weird Spotting	4/13/2009
Q: A little background before I tell you my problem: I'm 20, STD-free, sexually active, and have been ... A: I'm not a medical expert so really can't diagnose what that itch might be. I would suggest asking ...
pregnancy	4/11/2009
Q: I had sex with my girlfriend during last 5 days, 3 times each day, her last menstrual bleeding ... A: It is possible for her to get pregnant with the method you are describing. I can't tell you the ...
birth control pill	4/10/2009
Q: My girlfriend's mom wants her to go on the birth control pill but she doesn't really want to. She ... A: Yes, you're right or she's right. There are many side effects and risks from the hormonal birth ...
birthcontrol... timing	3/31/2009
Q: I was wondering... if I have to take my pill an hour or so later or before I usually take it, such ... A: I'm not a medical professional but in my opinion, just an hour or so should not change the ...
Birth Control...	3/27/2009
Q: In '06 I was on Depo provera and it made me gain a lot of weight, so I got off of that and started ... A: I'm not a medical doctor so please ask your physician about all your medical questions. However, I ...
Birth control Interactions / effectineness	3/23/2009
Q: I am getting married August 1 and I am concerned about the possibility of getting pregnant because I ... A: Yes, you are right. Some medications can interfere with the hormones in birth control pills. And I'm ...
Contraceptive pill	3/16/2009
Q: ok if me and my boyfriend don't have any diseases or STI's then does he still have to wear a condom ... A: Even if you are on the pill and he wears a condom, there is still a chance of pregnancy. No method ...
birth control pills	3/15/2009
Q: I have heard that birth control pills are dangerous. Can you tell me more about what kind and why? A: I am not a medical doctor so please consult your own physician. From my research of 20 years, I ...
terrible experience with birth control pill	3/10/2009
Q: .. i hope u will help me regarding my concern.i have been taking birth conrol pill(ortho-cyclen)from ... A: Sorry to hear about your bad experience. I'm not a medical professional so I urge you to consult ...
Junell Birth Control	3/5/2009
Q: I was wondering if you had heard of seizures becoming a side effect of this form of birth control ... A: I did find some information on this website http://www.drugs.com/pro/junel.html It does sound like ...
Using the pill	2/23/2009
Q: I am currently on Yasmin pill and have taken two packs together, and currently on the second week of ... A: I don't advise you to alter the way the pill is supposed to be taken. Any time you use hormones, ...
Birth Control Whacked out my Body	2/22/2009
Q: I had a question regarding periods after birth control.I was irregular (about 30-60 days apart) ... A: My life message is pretty much the title of your email. "Birth Control Whacked out my Body". Not ...
fertility	2/20/2009
Q: Hi i was wondering if being on the pill affects fertility if you are on it for a long time or is ... A: I'm not a doctor so please always consult your own physician on health matters. In my opinion, I ...
periods after birth control	2/19/2009
Q: I took my very last pill of Yasmin on January 29 and started my period on January 30th. I wanted to ... A: I'm glad that you are concerned about your cycle and birth control pills. A lot of women just take ...
period after pill is stopped	2/13/2009
Q: I was on the pill for 25 years with no adverse effects. I was taken off the pill in September due ... A: I found this article online to help you with your question. ...
confused	2/9/2009
Q: I havent gotten a period since Nov. 3rd...I was on Levora before then gotten off of it to see if my ... A: I am not a doctor so I suggest you keep in touch with your own physician. Perhaps it is something ...
Urgent! Please help!	2/8/2009
Q: I am currently a college student and have been having problems with an abnormal lining of the ... A: I'm not a doctor so I always advise to check with your physician. I don't think there is a big ...
Birthcontrol pills and Photosensitiviy	2/7/2009
Q: About 3 yrs ago i went to greece, and got a major sunrash kinda like small hives, i had recently ... A: I'm not a physician so please check with your doctor about this. I don't recommend any kind of ...
BCP and Menstral Cramps	2/5/2009
Q: I have been taking birth control pills for approximitely 8 months, and am still experiencing severe ... A: I don't recommend any kind of hormonal birth control. If you are not having relief from the cramps ...
Need Help	2/1/2009
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period	1/23/2009
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Spotting between periods	1/15/2009
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Irregular period after stopping birth control	1/6/2009
Q: . I have read a lot of queries regarding irregular periods after getting off the pil.. however I ... A: Will try to answer your questions but also know that I am not a medical doctor so check with your ...

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If I am "maxed out" please email me privately at CHERYL51@aol.com. 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.

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I have almost 23 years of experience in counseling women about birth control and family planning. This is mostly one-on-one counseling in private, on internet and phone.

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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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