Going off of Birth Control? Prepare for These Possible Side Effects

The Doctors are joined by Shelby, who recently went off of her birth control and is now experiencing a slew of side effects including acne, oily hair and weight gain.
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[@trippy9548]

I love how doctors scare you into thinking birth control is the best thing to be on instead of letting your body do what it does naturally. Everyone's body is different 😒

[@m6rcii]

yesss

[@hlengiwemasondo2858]

Like getting pregnant

[@albinoanimelover5308]

Ok anti birth control

[@leahthornhill561]

That is why I am here. I got off of it after being in it for four years. I’m recently married and do not want to have a baby right now but I don’t want to be on birth control. Trying to do as much research as possible on how to do this naturally. If anyone has advice please help me out! I know about tracking my cycle and taking my temp, but I just want someone’s personal experience with coming off of it and what to do next.

[@Delihlah]

@@leahthornhill561 tbh, condoms are really your best bet but they're the least effective. You COULD try the non hormonal birth control (copper) IUD. Talk to your obgyn, it can protect either 6 or 12 years I believe and you can get it taken out at any time. My Friend uses it. You can also buy ovulation tests to figure out your cycle, though this is also not super effective. IUD is most effective (99.99%)

[@JenniferRosaie]

I was fine before taking birth control and I'm fine after finally getting off after 5 years of being on it. Other than the shocking amount of heavy flow that I forgot was normal, I've actually lost weight, my skin is glowing and feel emotionally stable. The minor inconvenience of my sex life by using condoms and watching my fertility is better then major inconvenience in my everyday life. Big pharma finances medical research, so thats all I have to say.

[@Butterflyee31]

If you don’t mind sharing how long did it take you to get your cycle back ? I am so curious. I just got off for being on for 3 years and Idk what to expect despite knowing everyone is different

[@belleastewart]

Hell yes girl You tell them!

[@abbeydawn7136]

Update please

[@heavensurvivor2097]

That’s good to know, because I’m considering quitting mine too. I’m not even having sex. I’m just ready to be natural

[@dreamy665]

@@heavensurvivor2097 mine came exactly 1 month after i stopped taking the pill. No spotting or anything either. No cramps either. Let's see what the second one will be like... I took it for my acne which is comming back now...

[@edith6378]

I’m having a break on birth control due to weight gain and vitamin d deficiency. My health comes first

[@naomimartinez6102]

Hello, I’m in the same boat. If you don’t mind me asking… what are your symptoms with vitamin deficiency?

[@maite7863]

oh my god i had vitamin d deficiency too i didn’t realize it could be related

[@ireneswackyjournals8810]

@@maite7863 I had it too and it was because I was vegan and forgot to add vitamin d. and was never in the sun. Also if you are overweight it does cause vitamin d deficiency which then in turn makes you gain.

[@ireneswackyjournals8810]

Vitamin d deficiency is quite common in all women and men.

[@Camila41508]

I just stopped my BC because I gained weight on the abdomen and arms which is not usual seen I eat the same and exercise more than usual 😢

[@teshapfaff3958]

I just quit my birth control a week ago, after 18 years. A little nervous but I’m ready for that step

[@Wilwilani]

How did it go coming off?

[@teshapfaff3958]

@@Wilwilani it’s actually great. For the first month I was a little moody and my period was weird, but honestly best decision I ever made, and I lost 40 pounds.

[@GoldenBrown30]

Yea I’m 31 been on and off depo , from 18-23, iud 3 months off it quick & pill 24-27, then nothing , pill 28 then back to depo at 29 til now in may ‘24, pill to start cycle & off it for good , hair isn’t growing .. so bout the same time 13 yrs

[@Wilwilani]

@@GoldenBrown30 did you get sick trying to come off? Migraines headaches acne?

[@GoldenBrown30]

@chantelstephen904 I get headaches now when I am craving sweets heavily or drink caffeine cause I don’t and haven’t had coffee in over 6 months I stopped drinking soda before 2020 I’m 185 5’4 7/8ths , hair loss , always cold , I use to be always hot years ago but now I’m always cold , was already anemic before , I need to get back on prenatals for iron purposes and hair to grow back better

[@rawnily4crazee]

Was on birth control. Had a good time on it. Removed it for spiritual reasons. And now I have terrible mood swings, no period, oily hair and acne

[@baptistbob1038]

My fiancée is getting off of it. She’s ending her cycle in a couple days. How are you feeling now???

[@matimoi]

Hi Audrey! How do you feel about it now? Do you still think it's worse without the pill, even regarding your mood?

[@heathermerila8459]

I also got off of it for spiritual reasons. I’ve been trying to get the weight off and have been working out for months and watching what I eat. It won’t budge.

[@immadolphin181]

I had my problems watching this interaction. The woman opened up about very sensitive issues in public. The doctor automatically assumed that the effects are due to an unhealthy lifestyle, personal hygiene, too much "male hormones". Isn't it more likely that the issues are due to her going off birth control 6 months ago? She never mentioned changing her eating habbits, skincare routine etc. The doctor automaticly assumes that she doesn't do it correctly. If she isn't able to handle such topics responsibly and respectful, she shouldn't give advice on this show. I feel kinda sorry for the woman, you can see she looks uncomfortable.

[@jessicagutierrez2989]

Thank you for this!!!! I felt kind of the same way. Like it was more pushy to the things SHE was doing wrong, and not the supplements or borth control. This is all too common in medicine, and it needs to end

[@jennifergold4034]

She even said she’s watching her portions. Def a coined response.

[@Bombmarina]

I stopped birth control 4 years ago because it literally made me go crazy. I

[@matimoi]

Hi Marina! How so?

[@ChocolateVodka9]

Me too. What was it like for you?

[@anitracottman7506]

The Dr. never addressed birth control as a root cause for any of the woman’s issues. Are we to assume the birth control is not responsible for any of her issues and they are all lifestyle related?

[@ireneswackyjournals8810]

@StephanieDotDot it is not horrible for the majority. Unless you are Uber religious or believe every Instagram account and take magic dirt with lead cause natural is always better

[@immadolphin181]

I had my problems watching this interacting. The woman opened up about very sensitive issues in public. The doctor automatically assumed that the effects are due to an unhealthy lifestyle, personal hygiene, too much "male hormones". Isn't it more likely that the issues are due to her going off birth control 6 months ago? She never mentioned changing her eating habbits, skincare routine etc. The doctor automaticly assumes that she doesn't do it correctly. If she isn't able to handle such topics responsibly and respectful, she shouldn't give advice on this show. I feel kinda sorry for the woman, you can see she looks uncomfortable.

[@pumpyourselfup7683]

@@immadolphin181 the doctor is promoting Birth Control without actually promoting it.

[@rsloveeeee]

The doctor is correct, but her delivery was weird. When you go off of birth control, your hormones will go back to their "normal state," but it will obviously take some time. For me it took about 6 months before I was back to my body's "normal." I had been on birth control for 15 years, so I didn't know what my body would be like off of it. I have PCOS, so what I discovered is androgenetic hair loss and acne. The androgens were being suppressed with my birth control, so I didnt see these things for 15 years. I think the acne and the oily hair the woman is describing is 100 percent just her natural hormonal state. It does take adjustment to learn to live with. Use a clarifying shampoo, also Nizoral with active ingredient Ketoconazole has been proven to help block androgens topically. If you want something more powerful, go to a dermatologist and get a prescription shampoo that will have a higher percentage Ketoconazole. For the acne - try ingredients like glycolic acid, tretinoin, benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid (not all at once - test them out separately to avoid irritation)

[@thelatesthotgossip1480]

I’ve been on birth control for exactly two years and there was only 2 good side effects (not getting pregnant, and clear skin. It drained my mental health I was always happy and outgoing now, all I do is cry and I hate when anyone talks to me which is the complete opposite of how I use to be. I get two periods a month, abdominal pain, brain fog, extreme hair loss, dry brittle hair, I’m always sleepy and no matter how much I eat I’m always hungry. The list of negative side effects just keep on going but I recently decided to just stop taking my birth control and I’ve purchased a lot of natural supplements and teas to try and balance my hormones before the post birth control side effects appear. Fingers crossed❤️🤞🏽

[@natelinetv6391]

Same with me I hate how it messes with my mental health

[@nessaflom]

what kind of supplements and teas do u use? if u dont mind me asking

[@VettaBoop]

@@nessaflom I'd like to know as well

[@nessaflom]

@Jessica Churchill thank you for sharing that with me 🤍 i hope u feel better :)

[@ogarlizzy1956]

@Jessica Churchill same with me, have been off birth control but the side effects are still there too, anxiety, bad thoughts and so many.

[@MarianaAnaya-rd1ro]

Been on the combination pill for 6 years and stopped in November due to migraines. So far I've noticed I'm a bit more emotional than before, and my cycles are irregular. Other than that I dont regret stopping the pill

[@SASSY20]

I’ve been on for 9 years and I’m about to stop due to the migraines

[@Wilwilani]

Did you get sick at all coming off?

[@T.hatsAri]

I've gained 20+ lbs on Depo🤦🏽‍♀️ & I'm only 18. I only got on it because I had a prolonged heavy period that made me anemic & vitamin deficient. Why couldn't I just been born a male?😭🙄

[@currentlywaiting1081]

I'm at your age + i take it for the same reason 🙃

[@T.hatsAri]

@@currentlywaiting1081 ✨

[@oseiboakye5749]

lol i swear its difficult to be a guy during or after puberty

[@444.taybae]

Wow you just said everything I’m experiencing lol. I was on it for months but stopped cause it was fuckin w my mental. But I just started retaking it

[@oYVONNEo]

Please stop the DEPO. It weakens your bones and it's irreversible! Your issues could be associated with endometriosis (I was diagnosed three years ago and had heavy periods for years). Do your research to learn more and see a specialist that can do excision surgery over ablation if you're diagnosed with it. You can only know for sure, 100% if you have endometriosis by surgery).

[@Gabrielleoregon]

This show should be called the sales people

[@Marley-18.]

I was on birth control for 3 years, and I’ve been off it for 4 now. My experience was a little crazy. My hormones were working on overdrive and it got to a point I had to size up my bra, twice in one month, I added weight and my mood swings were all over the place. I plan on getting back on pills soon, but before I do, I’ll do a proper study of everything that’s going to happen to my body whine I’m on it.

[@Wilwilani]

Hey did you end up going back on?

[@tmac8911]

I started taking combination birth control for my hormonal cystic acne 4 years ago. I’m scared to stop taking it because it’s the only thing that was able to clear my skin. But the weight gain in my mid section, low libido, low energy is taking a toll on me. I’m weighing my options to see if there are other options for me. I refuse to go back to a face full of acne. My self esteem was SO low.

[@pusep132]

My situation too😭

[@Wilwilani]

So what did you end up doing? Staying on?

[@royalissue]

What a crappy answer. Just say you don’t know.

[@kieramarie614]

Been on birth control for 10yrs and I’m stopping tonight! Overall it did great preventing pregnancy and reducing acne. However, I’ve been having chest pains, legs numbness, weight gain, and high blood pressure for years now. Pay attention to the side effects of the BC you decide to take because it can catch up to you in the long run!

[@amo7348]

I took 2 i pills this month , will there be any problem ?

[@kieramarie614]

@@amo7348 I am not sure. Everyone’s body reacts differently

[@ireneswackyjournals8810]

Did you parents also have high blood pressure. I have always been of the thought that if you have the genes for strokes, hypertension, or blood clots. Either take the lowest dose for the least amount of intervals or take alternatives such as true iud. Since the genes slant you already with a disadvantage and thus increase the chances of the medicine also increasing the chances…. It’s basically increasing the probability. I’d don’t have high blood pressure in my ten years but I tried to eat garlic pills everyday and was on a Whole Foods plant based diet then vegan and back to plant based. And walking all the time. Sitting down all day is dreadful! Been doing that for a year due to Covid and it just is depressive

[@kieramarie614]

@@ireneswackyjournals8810 My mom had high blood pressure but started working out and eating healthy to reduce it. I believe it can be hereditary as well, but I also don’t eat the best. Continue to take care of yourself. I am inspired by your plant based diet…not easy to do especially with all of the unhealthy food options around. I have a office job so I know how miserable sitting can be. Trying to increase my exercise patterns now. Thanks for responding!

[@ireneswackyjournals8810]

@@kieramarie614 this is where I think some doctors are Better than others. Some will either ask about your parents health before the pill or would already have that on record. If you already have a tendency of blood pressure it means that the pill will probably spike it. The doctor has to be very open at that time and try to look for the one that has least probably to and tell you to monitor it. The same as if you have dvt in your family. The issue is that the now have so many patients and are just doing 5 minute sessions that they no longer have the time to be all the mentally. We have to be very open to doctors to. I had a friend that smoked pot and she told the doctor, doctor changed the pill automatically because she felt it may conflict with her med (not the pill but something else). And sometimes we are not as well because they intimidate us and it’s just the doctor dynamic. That’s why I also tend to prefer the funny ones that know how to break the ice more than those that look like walking nerds. Those are fine: just for more serious conditions.

[@madysonleigha]

I was on nexplanon for about 5 months, stopped it then got the pill, stopped that then got the patch, stopped that then got the lowest dosage of the pill (over the course of 3 years) I got off of it in May of 2020 and instantly felt better. Although currently I am going through some side effects my obgyn diagnosed me with pcos (only have one symptom which is cyst on my ovaries) in august. In January I broke out with acne (always had clear skin) and spotting. Hopefully my body will get back to how it was before the bc because I was great!

[@HDMI2024]

I’m going through that as well, I’ve been on nexplanon since Last summer August to be exact and I had good months with it but when it’s bad it’s BAD!! I’m getting off this implant first thing in the morning and getting off bc all together smh. This nexplanon journey just isn’t for me

[@nickatnight9103]

Hormonal birth control does not balance out every women's hormones. This isn't one size fits all. We are all different. Some hormonal BC add man made hormones that we don't naturally produce and all of this is being communicated through our pituitary gland, our uterus and ovaries. I wished she would have mentioned a few of the long term negative effects of taking birth control as well.

[@tanashabennett3415]

Nick at night yea agree but she didn’t mention those things and I noticed it

[@ireneswackyjournals8810]

It balances out most. And not all pills. There are so many that some may be one or two years finding the right one.

[@WinWithKeshia]

I wish this comment was pinned at the top. I haven’t taken it in 8 years and I’m still struggling.

[@nickatnight9103]

@@WinWithKeshia Thank you! Sorry to hear that you have struggled with this even 8 years after being off the pill. I just don't understand why women always have to bear the burden when it takes two to conceive, ya know? I have found in my mid 30's still having issues myself and I have been off of it for 5-years. I took it for almost 17 though. If you haven't already learned about the 4 phases of a cycle and see if that resonates. I have changed my diet for each phase and that has helped me so much over the past 6 months.

[@dannelle17]

Yes!!!!!

[@MrsIsles]

Ugghh... unfortunately a generic OBGYN giving generic advice. Nothing special. Here's some potential advice - set up an appointment with an actual ENDOCRINOLOGIST & have them test EVERYTHING - by that I mean all female hormones, A1c, check for insulin resistance (you don't have to be diabetic), Hashimoto's disease, Vit D, etc. Do ALL of the things you're supposed to do "common sense wise" - balanced diet, or even try KETO (for at least 4-5wks before your appointment so you're already reducing your carbs when your blood is taken - make sure to fast minimum 12hrs beforehand (black coffee, tea with no sugar or anything or water only) - then go from there. I did just this and found out I have some insulin resistance, got on Metformin 1000mg/day & continued exercising and eating like I had been doing (overall healthy diet) & dropped 15lbs. I go back next week/6 months after my initial Endocrinologist visit to have my labs taken again. Good luck!!

[@ireneswackyjournals8810]

This a good point. Women and men connect things to medicine all the time. And it could be another system got impacted due to something unrelated.

[@ireneswackyjournals8810]

My mother had something that they thought was something else and it ended up being wegeners

[@feisles3382]

@@ireneswackyjournals8810 OH my goodness- I'm so sorry. I'm glad she was able to find out exactly what it was that had been ailing her. I pray her prognosis isn't dismal and she is able to do everything she can to manage and live a quality life. 🙏

[@sabrinakoodabachus9561]

Maca root is a beautiful thing. I’m glad she’s trying to go through a natural route!

[@mariet14]

Same as this lady. I was getting migraines every day, so bad they made me cry. I stopped taking the pill. I’m going to try natural family planning.

[@daniis.444]

Hey did you find a natural method? I’ve been on the pill 5 years now, I have been getting headaches like crazy recently. So I decided to stop. But I still don’t want any kids. I heard neem works.

[@mariet14]

@@daniis.444 hi I tried the natural family planing but I have irregular periods like ever since I got my first period 17 years ago. I just decided to get the mirena iud. I’ve had it for 6 months and so far it’s been good. I think I’ll keep it since it’s been working so far.

[@daniis.444]

@@mariet14 oh okay! I hope it keeps working for you and thanks for replying to me 😊

[@bellaflora.]

This was abundantly unhelpful.

[@alexisveihl9487]

I just quit birth control after being on it for 4 years, my entire mouth is covered in canker sores. My doctor said that the hormonal changes of stopping my bc caused an outbreak of the ulcers that I usually get. So prepare for that if you’re thinking of stopping

[@livingholistically1485]

Hope now you can finally get to the root of your canker sores.

[@kamillemayes5894]

Try taking b12 supplements. That along with swishing your mouth with hydrogen peroxide (diluted with a little water) every day will hopefully decrease the canker sores. I have the same problem and this really helped so far :/

[@carolwalters6469]

Switch to a toothpaste that doesn't have SLS in it! It should help a lot. I have lupus and was getting tons of mouth ulcers, I stopped counting at 24 at one time and started researching it. That's when I found out SLS can trigger mouth ulcers. Since I've switched I think I might have had 1 or ulcers in about 8+ years.

[@0000AD]

I was diagnosed with a personality disorder before I got pregnant and I wasn’t nearly as bad as I am now with birth control. I’m a raging bitch now and I hate it. I’m getting it out ASAP. I don’t Want to lose my family

[@tymakaeli1480]

My sis said the Mirena was making her have homicidal thoughts and depression 😕 this makes me not want to get on BC. She did the same thing got it taken out.

[@courtneydonay]

It cause me to have bad anxiety I’m good on it !

[@emmell6285]

I’m quitting birth control today.

[@baptistbob1038]

How are you feeling so far? I’m curious because my fiancée is getting off it in a few days 🙏🙏

[@emmell6285]

@@baptistbob1038 I feel so much better. Letting you know that quitting it “changes your taste in men” being off of it made me end a two year relationship because it made me no longer attracted

[@baptistbob1038]

@@emmell6285 lol... thank you for telling me.

[@amandacosta1566]

@@emmell6285 hi! May I ask if you gained weight after stopping? I want to stop but really concerned about this. Saw many woman saying that you gain weight after stopping 😭

[@emmell6285]

@@amandacosta1566 I’m back on it again but I’ve done off of it several times. In my experience I lose weight every time I quit it. Birth control increases cravings which can make keeping weight off hard

[@ayodari_style]

I cannot wait to get off the mini pill. Hubby just got a vasectomy and outside of my pregnancies I’ve been on birth control since our wedding year, 2011. It’s high time.

[@dezyandco5855]

They want to get me on the mini pill because i had a migraine once. How is it for you?

[@ayodari_style]

@@dezyandco5855it wasn’t bad but it did cause my cycles to be unpredictable. Sometimes I wouldn’t have one at all. P

[@dezyandco5855]

@@ayodari_style did it cause you any hair loss?

[@ayodari_style]

@@dezyandco5855 no, no hair loss.

[@dezyandco5855]

@@ayodari_style ok that’s what i was worried about, i hope that is not going to be my side effect. Thank you the infos

[@oceanzennfamxo833]

Deppo ONE SHOT Dizziness Lack of energy Lack of sleep Having my period everyday for 5 months Headache Active thyroid Weight Gain Bloating constant Mood swings interest, ' my thyroid doesn't help ' Help me out too have had only one shot This is with the 5 months . This is absolutely stupid

[@chrtyhwrd]

Wow what a disappointment..I hope she didn't follow the advice of this doctor smh.. girl keep taking your maca root

[@Writeinsideofme]

Seriously, please keep your maca root. Any natural holistic healing agents and not suppressants.

[@bodyrotting2023]

@@Writeinsideofme whst does the maca do

[@HeyItsMeeTee]

I legit never noticed any difference before and after starting BC… my flow is the same, i’m regular, my weight is the same, probably only difference is my cystic acne went away. I’d be scared to stop it bc i don’t want those back

[@kzkathrina01]

How long have you been taking it?

[@HeyItsMeeTee]

@@kzkathrina01 4 years now

[@Wilwilani]

​@HeyItsMeeTee have you ever tried to get off just to see?

[@sunnybella5774]

I decided to start taking the pill in January of 2020 after doing some research while taking it I decided that maybe it wasnt the best option and stopped taking it late August. On September 9 I had my first panic attack and was dignosed with anxiety . I was having as many as 6-7 attacks a day it really didnt feel right. It didnt feel like a coincidence to me either.

[@lilianalarab6435]

Me too! I used to get anxiety attacks like once a year before if some event was just too much to handle but lately I’ve been having panic attacks non stop, going off it at the end of the month!

[@itsjosieharr]

I’m so glad I’m not alone. I’ve been off it for 2 months and have had 2 major anxiety attacks. My ob says getting back on it will help, I hope it does.

[@sunnybella5774]

Hey so 5 month update from the time it started til now. The last time I had an anxiety attack was the beginning of December. It's as if week by week my anxiety started to subside. I went from not being able to function at work (and quitting my job because it was a source of stress) and not being able to sleep at night to feeling so close to normal. After experiencing that I dont think I'll ever be back to normal though. During the month of December I would just feel little vibrations if any, that would disappear a few seconds after it came. January was ok. I'm 100% convinced it was the pills. Anxiety shouldn't just disappear like that. I'm so thankful that it did but it's weird that it did. And I have not taken the pills since, I was determined to get it out of my system. I needed to know if the pills caused it.

[@amayab.794]

I never had anxiety attacks until I got on BC

[@fourleaf8055]

@@sunnybella5774 I’m confused. You say it was the pill but you had anxiety after stopping it?

[@aliciawylde9372]

I love that they don't even consider that birth control is really bad for you

[@Asdissifblu]

Ive been on the birth control pill since 16 to 18 and went off. I took the depo shot at 21 and went off with the first injection because i wasnt having a good experience. I got pregnant within 9 months from my last injection, and miscarried at 9 weeks. I went back on the pill at 23 because i was homeless and didnt have proper housing for an additional human being. At 29 going on 30, i got the iud and it was super painful but my ex made me get because he didnt want kids. I got the iud removed within 4 months of having it in because it was making me crazy. I went on depo provera again because i want togive it a second chance since im older. I got two injections of depo and i gained 20lbs. Im 30 now and im going off birth control for good.

[@Esco_9723]

What a great way to help lol....

[@bbybeatboxx]

Useless advice. Best thing is to avoid this toxic crap, worst thing I've ever done to my body was going on Nexplanon, I'm 1 month off it and struggling: still no periods, night sweats, insomnia and joint pain. Gained 15 lbs on it, bad depression and mood swings. AVOID

[@voiceforvoiceless2089]

I'm on jadelle implant. Damn I'm having migraines everyday.

[@bbybeatboxx]

@@voiceforvoiceless2089 Strangely my girlfriend borrowed my phone to type that message. She is very sensitive and this stuff has really messed up her body! Are you a vegan activist? Just wondered based on your name. Been doing it the last 6 years, its a small world! Not been involved with AV for a bit though. Bashir is a hopless narcissist in my opinion. Anyway I am into natural medicines so I would recommend black seed oil. It really is amazing stuff, look into it. Take care and hope you recover soon! ✌

[@voiceforvoiceless2089]

@@bbybeatboxx thanks!! I'll try highly appreciated.

[@tierralewis8506]

This is a little bit off-topic, but I just want to say the ob-gyn doctor is gorgeous! ❤️

[@halimshijab4568]

I feel like birth control effect my body and I really want to trying birth control cleanse

[@sofiasanchez105]

I was very healthy I decided to go on depo shot my hormones went all crazy headache nauseas hot flashes at night my life wasn't the same I quit but yet my body still imbalance after 2 weeks

[@jami2487]

I only took this pills for just two days and at the beginning of my next cycle I was having hot flashes and burning feets and everything else

[@wendywilson5536]

Does anybody here, after coming off birth control, been spotting off and on?

[@wendywilson5536]

I got off of it back in november. Took Nexplanon for 2 years and only took 1 shot of depo.

[@madysonleigha]

I was on nexplanon for about 5 months, stopped it then got the pill, stopped that then got the patch, stopped that then got the lowest dosage of the pill (over the course of 3 years) I got off of it in May of 2020 and instantly felt better. Although currently I am going through some side effects my obgyn diagnosed me with pcos (only have one symptom which is cyst on my ovaries) in august. In January I broke out with acne (always had clear skin) and spotting. Hopefully my body will get back to how it was before the bc because I was great!

[@madysonleigha]

And yes. I’ve been spotting around the time for my cycle since September

[@jaimiewinston7448]

Yes

[@wendywilson5536]

@@madysonleigha I was also was just diagnosed with PCOS last February. I had nearly every symptom for PCOS. I tried multiple different birth controls. I finally gave up after I took one depo shot and had severe panic attacks that would last for hours everyday. It took nearly a year for those anxiety attacks to subside. I haven't been on consistent birth control for 2 years and haven't been able to conceive either.

[@Delihlah]

I'm coming off BC in hopes of curing my vulvodynia, and losing weight. I used to be super skinny (I also had an eating disorder tho 😅) before BC, after being on the pill for 4 years I've gained 40 lbs in that time and it's super stubborn fat that I can't seem to lose no matter how little I eat, how good I eat or my exercise. Started thinking my BC might have contributed to the weight gain. I'm a little sad though because the whole reason I started BC was to help my extreme cramps and migraines, it also cleared my acne and helped with my mood swings (I used to get angry a lot, BC turned it into crying which was arguably better.) Not to mention to 2-3 day periods. I'm going to genuinely miss all that. Not looking forward to the possibility of my heavy 7 day flow, pain and mood swings coming back, and my face getting more pimples/zits than usual. At the end of the day I have to think of the positive though and look for better options.

[@chelseacorbitt7926]

Any updates?

[@Wilwilani]

So how did it go, did you attempt?

[@Alyeah_]

I’ve actually had a good experience on birth control but I’ve wondered if those effects would reverse if I stopped it

[@amberwilkins6459]

Literally me. I’ve been on the contraceptive injection since I was 16 I’m 21 now. It is been absolute heaven for me I’ve not any side-effects on it until I was a late on injection because I couldn’t get an appointment. I was having crazy withdrawal symptoms and felt disgusting. Extreme migraines, abdominal cramps as well as period cramps and bleeding, my hair was getting really greasy, I was having hot flushes and sweating more than I’ve sweated, I literally didn’t wanna get out of bed in the morning because I was just so low in mood. I’m back on the injection now because the symptoms of the withdrawal were too much x

[@abbeydawn7136]

@k. emine did u bleed?

[@chiafashionista]

This is so informative and the doctor is sooo pretty!

[@lmnopoli]

I’ve only been on bc consistently for a year and I’m done. I’ve never experienced such scary depressive episodes as I have on junel fe a week or so before my period and during it. Done.

[@aviaryjen2388]

I came of the pill after 3 years of taking it. The last pill I took, Yasmin, it gave me brain fog and worsened my ADHD symptoms and I almost lost my job because of it. I think more research needs to be done about these birth control pills

[@smileypc44]

don't people take MACA for weight gain? Why is she surprised that she's gained weight on maca?

[@katherinacajiao1383]

I took a libido supplement and it recently changed its ingredients and they added maca root. I literally packed on like 8-10 lbs in less than two months. I was so confused because I was being extremely active and eating healthy.

[@lottie_newell5108]

Birth control ruined my life 🤷‍♀️ Coming off in 12 days but really nervous. This is pretty rubbish help Update: month 4 and still no period. Calling the doctor on Monday to see if I can just go on a different pill...

[@allisonb8102]

Hey i have been off the pill for about 6 months now and feel so amazing. I never knew how awful I really felt on the bcp . Since I've been off I've gone through some phases. Horrible acne, some hair fall, and unpredictable periods. But everything is finally starting to balance back out. It takes 6 months to a year for eveything to get back to where it should be if you have been on the pill for a long tine. I've been working with a hollistic doctor. She has me on vitamins I was lacking because the birth control pill depletes you of a lot of vitamins and nutrients. I have been drinking dandelion and spearmint tea to help balance hormones. I have taken dairy and gluten completely out of my diet. Tomato does bother a lot of people too because it can cause inflmmation. She also has me on a progesterone hormone cream because my testosterone levels were off the charts. My skin is finally starting to look even better than when I was on the pill now. My migranes are gone, and I feelbso much happier and less anxious. Also it is important when you come off to make sure you don't have insulin resistance or pcos . I had both and have finally reveresed them working with my hollistic doctor. Before she became a hollistic doctor she was an obgyn for many years so she helps a lot of women with this !! Hope it helps !

[@blackarchon8778]

You shouldnt be nervous youll feel more emotionally stable

[@valerie9381]

Any update?

[@lottie_newell5108]

@@valerie9381 month three.... still no period..... feeling pretty up and down aswell.... not great overall

[@valerie9381]

@@lottie_newell5108 hope things get better, sending lots of love. thank you for the update. I’m conflicted about trying a new pill next month or quitting completely. I’ve experienced depression, anxiety, and I have noticed my thoughts and behavior are just negative and really hateful. It’s not worth sacrificing my mental state and relationships..

[@Camelia1028]

I started taking birth control for about 3weeks when I got my cycle it didn't stop. I've been on for 14 days now. I'm just going to stop taking them all together and do a 5 day water fast to get them out my system.

[@victoriaallen1918]

How long did your cycle last after you came off the pill? I'm going through the same thing.

[@Camelia1028]

@@victoriaallen1918 after I came off birth control it stand on for 2weeks so i ended up going to my OBGYN and she prescribed me a antibiotic that's known for help stopping irregular periods.

[@Jurana_music]

based on the bumps on her arms and weight gain sounds like she has a gluten sensitivity.

[@chantelh532]

Got off depo an been experiencing hair loss/shedding bad, anxiety and depression:/ when does this end! Ugh

[@tendaijaricha1211]

This is me Right now I’m struggling

[@jasminevaughn5214]

so because it's not regulated by FDA it means it's bad🙄🙄 they kill me with that ish

[@mariaisofficial]

Neem Oil is such a great and natural alternative!

[@alexysc9305]

An alternative to what... birth control? Lol

[@mariaisofficial]

@@alexysc9305 yes, Neem oil tablets taken daily .

[@VettaBoop]

All of a sudden, there's so many licensed OBGYNs in the comments. 🙄

[@tierralewis8506]

I agree🤔

[@blancamayaa3698]

anyone here been on it for 5+ years , barely getting off of it & experiencing no periods at all!?

[@lucyadams5739]

I have been working out, dieting, and taking my vitamins and minerals yet I still have a bloated belly. I was taking a knock off version of microgestin for a while then they switched me to sroynx. My boobs blew up and my stomach has been so bloated and tender to touch(pressing) I’m 35 I have been on bc for 9 years...I’m so over it.

[@imshannonmarie]

Lucy Adams this is exactly what I’ve been feeling - I’ve been off it for 3 and a half weeks but tonight the pain in my lower abdomen has been excruciating to the point I’ve had to call 111! Ive taken paracetamol to ease the cramps And is slightly feeling better although I’ve had a dull ache almost in my lower right ovary for a few days

[@lucyadams5739]

It finally calmed down, I would definitely recommend greens and just some time.

[@imshannonmarie]

Lucy Adams thank you for the quick reply! I was on birth control for 8 years so it’s probably my body adjusting! How long after you came off did you get your cycle back?

[@lucyadams5739]

@@imshannonmarie my body was very ready to be off that stuff, my cycle was fine first one. i would say it took me mentally about 4 cycle to be used to things without added hormones.

[@imshannonmarie]

Lucy Adams ah okay! Thank you for that. Luckily this morning the cramps have subsided, yesterday was pretty rough as well cramps most the day but not as bad as day before

[@lizg4690]

5 months post stopping 2yrs of tri-sprintec since I’m TTC now at 30. Now I’m struggling with hormonal breakouts/body acne and mid cycle spotting (never had before BC) with long cycles 😩

[@kaylaelias5947]

Has anyone had digestive issues coming off it? Like upset stomach?

[@ohsotea6845]

Me my stomach feels full

[@karla1607]

Yes! My tummy is adjusting and causing digestive issues.

[@trbktrbl]

ive been on bc for 9 months and im gonna stop today because my dr changed my pills, and i feel the worst i’ve ever felt. my anxiety is really bad, i don’t feel like myself at all because i used to have so much energy and now i barely have any to get out the house. does anyone know how long it takes to feel normal again?

[@nehabegum8765]

Same are u ok now...plz help me how to cope with it

[@chiafashionista]

Omg stop I got off it a month ago n have the EXACT BUMPSSS on my neck!!😭 and my breasts have been so tender sore this is insane

[@Michelle-dw8lf]

Did everything but answer the question lmfao

[@TruthAngelx]

This patient needs a real doctor, a naturopath.

[@elizadozell3680]

Is anyone of you ladies coming off the depo? I have been on it for 10plus years and now coming off it is horrible 😫 oily hair, crazy mood, dizziness and fatigued. Any suggestions for supplements etc. Thanks in advance

[@sawyeh1234]

I've been on it for 7 years. Just got off 3 weeks ago. I know we are supposed to take some extra B vitamins, zinc, and magnesium. But nothing's working for me. For my I'm having Headaches and killer diarrhea and nausea. For like 2 weeks now with no stopping.

[@okaypearl]

anyone else here on the pill and have cyclic vomiting symdrome? some people have said going off the pill helps with it

[@princesamimi7133]

I have pcos so I have to take the pill to regulate my periods . It’s been dry down there no libido I don’t know what to do. I’m only 22 thinking it’s menopause. I’ve been on the pill since 2018 I believe and I took a break from it which didn’t give me periods so I got back on it this month 😐

[@myrlandeibreus6225]

Same🤦🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️

[@explore_with_sagan9596]

You can try homeopathy. It's helping me after quitting pills

[@jaimiewinston7448]

Me too

[@rakitadavis1603]

8lbs in 6 months. Wow 🙄

[@farhiamohamud5811]

My new doctor switched my birth control, and I’ve gained 20 pound in less than 3 months.

[@MsDruup]

@@farhiamohamud5811 i know right. my mum is not believing that the pill is causing that. but i know it is.

[@Silasroemer]

While im on the pill and gain 10 pounds in a month. (I workout every day and eat like 1000 calories)

[@blackarchon8778]

Its nornal for your weight to fluctuate because of hormones and water weight.

[@Yourfavyoutuber_krish]

@@Silasroemer what's the name of the pill?

[@valerie4912]

Maca root is known to cause weight gain no?

[@Panther888]

Valerie Maca makes you horny lol

[@KittyGata314]

Valerie helps with stamina and helps ppl with fertility problems

[@MrsIn10sity]

Yes it is lol

[@Sarah-cj9of]

This information was not helpful. She really didn't answer why she was gaining weight or how her age factors in.

[@cocomelon8296]

I used 2 different birth control pills for the past years. Before taking my birth control pills my cycle were heavy, but atleast I had a good skin and only break out one pimple every cycle. Taking the pills were the worst because not only i break out and have pimples throughput the years but I also gained almost 20 pounds...

[@cocomelon8296]

Besides the birth control pills triggered my stretch marks to since the pills making me add up weight due to the hormonal imbalance of my body

[@yukit6095]

My friend said her labia got really hairy afterwards....that's not true is it?

[@whoamiduh8394]

Funny because I lost weight coming off and I feel amazing in myself

[@Devian016]

Omg her voiceeee

[@jeoneunthatbitch3897]

i thought the audio was laggy

[@Devian016]

@StephanieDotDot right like just don't talk lol. Or be more self aware

[@meltm1245]

I wouldn't believe the birth control suddenly caused migraines after 12 years usage lol.

[@glitterlover3244]

The longer you are on something the higher chance of side effects. Same thing happens with dying your hair.

[@KittyGata314]

Melt M i get migraines since i started the depo shot

[@Schoeben7925]

I don’t think she said she suddenly started getting them tho?? Or did I hear wrong?

[@kemartini]

Her advice was common sense and not helpful at all 🙄

[@cococure3392]

I’m doing a KZbin video next week. I took the Depo only once in October it’s now January I’ve done the 3 months and will never do it again I’ve had a migraine for three weeks and and off with much more effects I’ll mention in my video it’s been so crazy never will I ever take any type of birth control again

[@preciouspink8253]

Same here. I'll never again. Depo is worst

[@Brentford704]

What the hell is the dr saying? The Pill does not balance out hormones! Geez!

[@michellebowler265]

I feel like since being on the depo my sex drive is so low and effecting my relationship I've already dealt with mental health issues I've been on the pill, the implant and I've had the copper IUD which I had to take out myself as I was in so much pain thinking about getting sterilised so I don't have to deal with it all 33 in June 2 daughters 6 and 10 feel like my body is screaming at me to have a period also

[@angiesmeals4434]

Does anyone know when the withdrawals end of depo shot? I just got one shot for 3 months after i had my baby. It was my first time being on any birth control. I was perfectly fine before I got the shot and during the shot. I decided not to get it anymore because I was spotting most of the 3 months which is usually normal and the 3rd month on being on the shot I was super bloated and had hair loss. I was suppose to get it again July 23, 2021 but didn’t. Started having really bad withdrawals I was super dizzy, tired, anxiety, nervousness, super sad i felt like i was alone, on September 1 i started spotting lasted about 2/3 days. A week later my boobs were super swollen felt burning sensation and had really bad cramps and on September 27 I got my first actual period, it was heavy and lasted 5 days. Now its October some withdrawals went away already but still feel my boobs a little bit sore and have a little bit of back pain still feel sometimes sad i had never felt like this before i was a different person before getting on the shot i wish i had never gotten it. Everyone is different and every body reacts different to brith control, my sister also had 1 dose and she only experience hair loss and tiredness. I just want to feel like myself again. 🥺 Now waiting for my 2nd period after depo.

[@karla1607]

Hi I know you commented this a year ago but on the pill and I am having severe withdrawals, I only took mine for like 3-4 months however so I know it’s different. Very similar side effects, this made me feel less alone!

[@preciouspink8253]

How did you feel? Did you end up getting your second period? I'm asking because I just got off Depo and the withdrawal symptoms is really scary.

[@cindyaronowitz9949]

Did anyone else get hot flashes after stopping, did it go away?

[@camillaedward5221]

Tried Dr iyaremoses on KZbin herbal medication and it worked for men am free from hirsutism no side effects.

[@preciouspink8253]

Same here

[@stepcollazo8134]

I stopped birthcontrol for a good month 2nd month came in the perioud came in super heavy..boyyyyy but went to my gyn she recommended some type of medication am suppost to take let’s see how it goes I know I got scared from the heavy bleeding..

[@nehabegum8765]

Help me i came off pill ...anxiety headache nausea dizziness...plz can anyone help me

[@nehabegum8765]

How r u now feeling same ...how can I be normal ..plz help

[@preciouspink8253]

​@@nehabegum8765are you feeling better now?

[@PerisWanjiru-g1d]

l got my withdrawal periods after l finished the 21 days pill ..then on cd15 got another period and l was off the pill is that normal

[@ladidi4955]

So basically the doctor said nothing

[@lashaysworld806]

I been on the birth control for 8 years I don’t want get it nomore I want just lose all this damn weight

[@daddyclawson5121]

I haven’t been on the shot but maybe since October I got off it a month ago and I’m having little abdominal pains like a period but feeling little pains like something flowing throw me from the both sides like something releasing.. Could that possibly be the shot starting to take effect as coming off that shot or possibly ovulating ? Me and my husband is trying to have a baby

[@devynwiggins2362]

Evil industry

[@tendaijaricha1211]

I’m on depo why can’t I feel Like I’m myself and I’m not myself damn I cant really see I can’t really hear I’m so anxious

[@adrienneduvall8145]

Dr. Hate natural approaches to healing…smh

[@leeoconnor123]

Ive been on marvelon most of my life from 17-47 due to heavy bleeding, and pain i felt i was goung to pass out from in my early teens, i would go white as a sheet, not easy as I'm brown! After the birth of my daughter i got adenomyosis due to the surgery on my placenta accreta. So was bsvk on marvelon due to heavy blood clots during periods, it helped with less bleeding, shortter bleed days but now I'm bearing menopause, i think i should come off now, i used to have sone breaks here and there but couldn't manage without being on pills. My blood pressure seens to have shot up since coming off cokd turkey which concerns me, but i don't know how long before i go to the drs about it, he really doesn't want to see me, thinks i have no issues but i actually have loads of unexplained issues. Including gastritis type symptoms.

[@MadzPhEnterprise]

now i know why i get too much acne becos i stop taking birth control pill.

[@gossipqueen4110]

I have a question for family birth control I’ve been on it for about three weeks now this week I’m barely been pooping and I don’t know why I try my eyes stomach hurt or like a really bad cramps when I try and I really do it maybe do it like once a day and I’ve barely

[@WinWithKeshia]

Treatable but not curable

[@dersupermensch]

Thanks for the terrible audio quality

[@patrickdyingtodeath2739]

I’m about to be put on birth control and I’m a bit scared

[@brittanyend57]

I realize I'm just an internet stranger, but you don't have to be scared! They have at least been proven safe. That being said, just try to watch for side effects and if they are ones that you don't want to keep dealing with, you can always switch pills or birth control methods.

[@meixn]

Her voice was irritating me and the way she would open her mouth to talk

[@Shortgirllove]

I’ve been bleeding for a whole year straight

[@ttaylor9708]

While taking BC ?

[@danidooley33]

Aww god her voice that was hard to watch 😩

[@cameronhirsch1857]

The information doctors give sometimes is sick. Everything she just said your normal joe could have told you. Oh you’re gaining weight? Maybe try eating healthier and working out. Just listen to your body 😂 terrible

[@queenlegacy132]

confused what birth control was she on

[@edeluzoma9932]

Lol Maca root makes you gain weight

[@AvePalanthe]

Prepare for side affects? 😂Sounds like a narrative for a horror story. Just getting back to normal/natural guys 🤗