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Should I stop the pill

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yvette79
yvette79

I started the mini pill mid Sept, I then found out that it contained lactose so my doctor advised me to try the implant as it was still the same but with the lactose, I got it put in on the 1st Oct. I have now been on a period for just over 2 mths, my doctor put me back on the mini pill for 3 mths a couple of weeks which I also have to take meds to conteract the lactose, the trouble is, I feel it has made my period worse, it is heavier and I can no longer sleep overnight with protection, which I could do before, I know it takes a while for the body to adjust but I don't know if I should stop the pill and see how it goes or keep going with them. It is driving me nuts

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  • jen28123
    jen28123 yvette79

    Posted

    The implant is know to give heavy periods that last a long time. The mini pill is suppose to regular your period and get it on track. I never had any luck with it unfortunately. I suffered thru it for 3 years with month long periods. I eventually had it removed and got the Mirena IUD and haven't had a period at all. Good luck.

    • yvette79
      yvette79 jen28123

      Posted

      Hi, I decided to stop the pill and carry on with the implant on its own, I might give it another couple of mths before I give up, at least then I can say I had given it 3-4 mths of trying .

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