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Lo Loestrin FE.....Experience anyone?

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Bri77
Bri77

So I went in for my yearly and talked about all my lovely symptoms, some form of a hot flash, dizziness, aching shoulders, fatigue, shorter periods, awful cramps, increased anxiety, sleep pattern changes, and so on. She wants me to try the BC pill Lo Loestrin FE. She said it's the lowest dose pill out there. Does anyone have any experience with this pill? My biggest worries are the possible severe effects, blood clots, heart attack, stroke. Thoughts?

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  • tricia51298
    tricia51298 Bri77

    Posted

    Hi yes I’ve taken that. Don’t be scared off by the side effects. None of those were a problem. I just don’t like taking any more estrogen than I already make in my body.  If you don’t mind my asking, how old are you ? 
    • Bri77
      Bri77 tricia51298

      Posted

      Hi! Thank you. I'll be 41 in Nov. I don't like taking any meds. I don't even like Ibuprofen lol

    • tricia51298
      tricia51298 Bri77

      Posted

      You sound just like me at 41. I’ll be 47 in a few weeks. It’s perimenopause. It causes everyone of your listed symptoms. And unfortunately more. But the reason is the crazy flux in hormones in your body. I was only on the bc pill for a few months. It didn’t cause serious side effects but I didn’t like the estrogen it gave me. More for a fear of future breast cancer. So I suffered through 6 years worth of crazy emotions and physical aches and pains then suddenly about a year ago my anxiety leveled off. And my physical aches and pains started decreasing. So long story short (sorry for the babbling) if you can stay off the pill. I promise you it will get better. I hope that helps you. Ask if you have any questions 

      - Tricia 😊

    • karen60759
      karen60759 tricia51298

      Posted

      Hi Tricia, good to hear from someone who has gone through this ! I’m 41 and been going through this a few years, does it ease up gradually or suddenly ? All tips gratefully received xx
    • tricia51298
      tricia51298 karen60759

      Posted

      Hi Karen

         I feel like it was more all of a sudden. I was going through it from about 37- current. But I’d say suddenly in the last year I noticed I no longer get hot flashes/flushing. My anxiety levels have dramatically changed for the better. I still can cry on a dime but I’m a sentimental person for life I think haha. My periods have slowed down thank God ! My aches and pains (breast tenderness, joint pain and fatigue) have lessened. My crazy mood swings have also dramatically leveled off again thank God ! I feel like my peak years of suffering was 40-45. So hang in there it gets better. 😉

    • Bri77
      Bri77 tricia51298

      Posted

      Hi! Thank you. I was thinking of just pushing thru it. It's comforting to know others have the same symptoms and are managing without meds.

  • karen60759
    karen60759 Bri77

    Posted

    Hey Bri, I’m in the same boat! 41 and going through the exact same symptoms smile I’ve tried the pill a few months ago, not that one though. I didn’t really agree with me tbh, but we’re all different so give it a go.  I’ve just come to the conclusion that this is a phase of life and I just need to cope with my body while it changes, look after myself etc, best of luck to you
    • Bri77
      Bri77 karen60759

      Posted

      Hi! Thank you. I'm starting to take that same train of thought. Push thru and know that it's just what is supposed to be happening. From what I read on here, it's gonna be quite a ride lol.

    • karen60759
      karen60759 Bri77

      Posted

      Hi bri, yes I have just decided to relish the god days and push through the bad days, it’s so strange that no one talks about peri menopause seeing as it happens to all women to a greater or lesser extent ! I have started taking a natural substance called femenessence Maca life, it’s got good reviews on Amazon and works after a about 4, weeks, no clear improvement for me yet, but I started really slowly so I’m going to give it a few moths, might be worth a try? X
  • moon53540
    moon53540 Bri77

    Posted

    Your risk goes up taking these pills if you are over 35. I took a more high risk pill when I was younger for years and I now have multiple pulmonary emboli. So if you get any of these symptoms come off it immediately and go to your doctor;

    the feeling as if something is leaning on your chest particularly when you lie down 

    the feeling like you can’t take a deep breath in

    pin prick burning feeling in your lungs

    a dry cough and gravelly feeling in chest 

    pale face, lips and tongue

    palpitations and breathing problems 

    Make sure you exercise regularly, take multi vitamins and minerals, eat healthy and never smoke. Your risk goes up if you are diabetic, overweight or have PCOS. Staying healthy when you are on the pill is really important.

    I got my PEs before I was 35 and I was told there was only a risk after.

     

    • Bri77
      Bri77 moon53540

      Posted

      Wow, I'm so sorry to hear that. Thank you for sharing your experience. I am going to try to make my way thru it without the meds. For now anyway. Fingers crossed. Take care!

    • moon53540
      moon53540 Bri77

      Posted

      I don’t blame you! There are some natural supplements that help balance your hormones like oil of evening primrose and starflower oil. Also vitamins b,d and e are supposed to help and omega 3. Cutting  down on caffeine, alcohol and sugar helps as well. I hope you feel better soon.
    • Bri77
      Bri77 moon53540

      Posted

      It's like you're reading my mind lol I was going to start researching some natural things to help. Thank you! I'll start with these things you listed.

    • moon53540
      moon53540 Bri77

      Posted

      That’s ok. I remembered another thing, calcium to prevent osteoporosis and arthritis. It is best to get that from food though, because they say there is a link with calcium supplements and heart problems and kidney problems.
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