Pros and Cons of Birth Control Pills! Which Birth Control is Best For Me? - Pandia Health

[@weightlift1015]

Did anyone notice her necklace tho?

[@GoldenSerpentTree]

there is forty different kinds?! i never knew that (I am currently on birthcontrol but I never knew how many there were)

[@xidiablojazzyix]

I don’t want acne or weight gain wtf 😭😭😭😭😭 ughhhhh

[@norainnoflowers1557]

I have a question! When I decide to come off ginet (Diane), is there a way to slowly get my body to regulate my hormones naturally? I'm scared that when I do decide to come off the pill, I'm going to lose a lot of hair and my acne will flare up!!

[@PandiaHealth]

Hi Shayla! If you come off the pill by finishing your pack, then it should be ok. By the end of 7 days off the medication (the bleeding/placebo/sugar pill week), it’s all out of your system.

[@Rivergirl2878]

I am concerned about side effects. I have a heavy to moderate flow that appears inconsistently, 5-7 times a year and I would like for it to be lighter and more regular with out many physical side effects. Can I achieve this with a combination pill?

[@PandiaHealth]

Yes. there are 35+ different formulations so hopefully one of these will work for you. You can also use the NuvaRing.

[@JaniaHunnie]

Hello, I started the pill on my period but I'm still spotting after 2weeks of being on the pill. Is that normal?

[@jordanxnoel]

Please do a video on the Depo shot

[@PandiaHealth]

Thank you for that suggestion. At Pandia Health, we only provide the pill, patch, ring so that is our focus. However, www.bedsider.org/methods/the_shot has great videos and info.

[@mayareddy7665]

I have pcos with lot of acne on my face. I don’t know if I should take Diane 35 or Crisanta to help control the acne.

[@armandvictor3413]

what happens if i don't take the last week of the pills? And i always feel my head ache is this the effect of the pills? What will i do? Thank you..

[@PandiaHealth]

The pills with estrogen can cause headache in some people. If you notice the headache goes AWAY when you are on the last week of pills of a 4 week pill pack (the sugar/bleeding pills) then it is the medicine causing the headaches. If there is NO difference on that last week, then it is probably NOT the birth control pill. You can SKIP the last week of pills and go straight into the next pack if you want to skip your bleeds each month. See our #PeriodsOptional videos. Or you can not take them and just make sure you start the next pack after 5-7 days. We recommend 5 days.

[@marissaruber5481]

What best pill for crohn’s

[@ceciliaesperanza228]

when is the right time to take a pill after giving birth? pls. i need an answer thank u..

[@PandiaHealth]

Hey, Cecilia! You can start progesterone only (POPs) birth control pills as soon as you give birth if you anticipate having sex. When you stop breastfeeding, you can start regular birth control pills which are more forgiving. The POPs require that you take them at the same time every day. If you are 3 hrs late, then you need to abstain from sex for 3 days and take Emergency contraception if you had sex within the past 3 days before the mistake.

[@bhavanabhagi6597]

Medam i am married my period started yesterday but yesterday the bleeding is occur today is no bleeding can i use my pill from today

[@PandiaHealth]

Hello - please visit www.pandiahealth.com for a consult with our team of medical professionals.

[@sumanbisht8816]

I am 21 years old and I tend to get irregular periods every time. So I decided to try these contraceptive pills called yasmin. Would taking a birth control pill help in getting your periods and if so then how should I go with it. Please do reply. I need help.

[@PandiaHealth]

Taking birth control pills should cause you to have a “period” aka withdrawal bleed. You should see a doctor to check on why your periods are irregular though because it might be due to thyroid, PCOS, or other issues.

[@fading8192]

Hmu tho

[@nillywelson]

What about the risk of blood clots?

[@PandiaHealth]

Nilly, the risk of blood clots occurs if you have a family history of blood clots, have lupus with antibodies that make you susceptible to blood clots, or if you are at least 35 years old & a smoker. Hope this helps!

[@mintaurus3343]

Hello Doc. my mentruation is irregular, and if I have my mentruation it just lasted for 1 day.I am 46 years old

[@marygracecarag9406]

I dont have yet baby it is safe to take and how long it wound take it?

[@Maggieoo-o7i]

So If you are on birth control forever and it stops you from having periods does that mean that you can go into menopause early?

[@mommyraketera2188]

I am 22 yrs. old, i have with me my 2 months baby, and i am planning to take Diane 35 as my birth control pill? is it okay to take that pill?

[@PandiaHealth]

If you are breastfeeding, you may want to take a progesterone only pill because theoretically an estrogen containing pill may decrease your milk production. If you are NOT breastfeeding, then a “regular” birth control pill with estrogen and progesterone is MORE effective than progesterone only pills. Then Diane 35 is fine.

[@parveenmannn]

Is it ok to not have periods ever. I mean if I keep skipping the sugar pills week then I’ll never periods which is actually great if there are no side effects. Please answer to this question. Thanks.

[@gretchenpamposa7030]

Hi I would like to ask, my first time to take pills last month and i had my period for the last three days,but very light bleeding only. Is it normal? Because i was expecting that i should have regular flow of menstruation. Thank you!

[@PandiaHealth]

Hi Gretchen! That's completely normal. On the pills, women’s periods get lighter. It’s a benefit!

[@novyrosales9703]

Can i take a pill even if i have varicose veins?

[@Shon9tilR]

I’m on day 6 of the combination pill. I started on my period. When will the bleeding stop?

[@PandiaHealth]

Hello - every woman is different when it comes to this. If the bleeding continues please speak with your primary physician.

[@isabelf.8886]

Is it good to skip your cycles? How do you get off the pill? Why are there so many side effects that seem dangerous?I hear mixed reviews that it is and isn't safe to skip periods.

[@PandiaHealth]

Hey Isabel, This is Lucia from Pandia Health😊 Here at Pandia Health we’re all about research and making sure that our patients get the most accurate and helpful information. Here is our periods optional page to learn more about skipping your period and some interesting and informative research! www.pandiahealth.com/periods-optional/ Our CEO, Dr. Sophia Yen (MIT ’93, UCSF ’97, Cal ’04), talks about the science behind why it's SAFE to skip your period #periodsoptional kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2itk5-CmNKKhNU Please feel welcome to ask more questions! I hope this helped :) This information is for general informational purposes only and is not meant to be a substitute for advice that you would get from your own doctor.

[@PandiaHealth]

Also here's the link on HOW to safely skip your period 🥳 kzbin.info/www/bejne/fXi6ioFtpbGUnrc Check out our website to get started on the pill and skip your period! www.pandiahealth.com/?Invite=KZbin

[@roxannesalazar5654]

Hello Dr. Yen im just going to ask for example if a virgin use a contraceptive pills(dianne35) is that ok? Bec. I have irregular mens. And it just rocommended by my friend, so i would like to try it but on the other side im scared of using any pills right now since im still a virgin.

[@iwtf...7916]

Is Junel FE 1/20 a good birth control?

[@kipsalm]

NO! i have it right now it makes you so depressed and your anxiety so bad i’m getting off of it soon it makes you think you’re insane

[@lhuzragpala5411]

Can i take pills even if i have history of mild stroke

[@swathih1]

My doctor prescribed birth control for PCOS. Does that work ? I’ve always had irregular periods and facial hair.

[@PandiaHealth]

Yes. that works but you might want/need to add metformin. You can watch our CEO’s talk here on PCOS: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gaqynJSeeNdpi7c

[@mickal3311]

hi, ive noticed im getting darker after i started using the combination pills. do they really make skin darker?? and what do i do to change this

[@PandiaHealth]

Sorry to hear that. You may need to try a different combination pill. Or you may need to stop it altogether. This skin darkening happens rarely. Here’s an article on it www.byrdie.com/birth-control-melasma-side-effects/slide5

[@janedoe2343]

The sugar pill does it contain sugar or any sweetiners, because i cant have those at all, and the regular birth control pills do they contain sugar?

[@PandiaHealth]

All placebo “sugar” pills are slightly different. The manufacturer of the drug also gets to manufacture the placebo pills that go along with it, so although the main ingredient is usually sugar, it’s not the same chemical formula each time for different pills. Ask your pharmacist but the amount of sugar in there is minimal and would not affect a diabetic. This is for general information purposes only and you should consult your doctor for medical advice.

[@user-hf4ue9xp4h]

Hi question I’m 15 and I have pcos, I got pills prescribed by my doctor a few months ago but I now have to buy them myself which would be best for me?

[@PandiaHealth]

Doctors will need to evaluate you to see what will fit you. We have over 40 pills to chose from. Hope this link helps www.pandiahealth.com/recipes-to-relieve-pcos/

[@arianamomo6488]

I’m 17 what kind of birth pills would you recommend?

[@valxria3529]

everyone is different I'd talk to a gyno

[@cessnasolomon2368]

i drink and smoke almost all the time.. can u pls help me if what kind of pill should i take.. im using dianne ryt now.. and the previous is marvellon.. pls help..thnks

[@PandiaHealth]

Depends on your age. If you are 35 or over, we do not recommend a pill with estrogen because of clot risk. If you are under 35, then you can use any pill. Ask your doctor what's best for you. Or if you are in California, you can use our telemedicine service. www.pandiahealth.com

[@sonnybunnny]

Hello! I am going to start my birth control for the first time ( tri lo sprintec ) & I was wondering when is it okay to have sex? I would want to wait until my body regulates the hormones but I’m not sure how long that wait is! Thank you!

[@PandiaHealth]

To be absolutely safe, we recommend waiting until you are on the medicine for 1 month. If you start your birth control ON your period, then theoretically, it should work within 1 week. Always consider using a condom to prevent diseases but also it’s just better as a woman to not have the ejaculate dripping out for the next 24 hrs when you have sex without a condom. Sex is better with condoms! =)

[@sonnybunnny]

Pandia Health thank you so much!

[@tej6176]

hello, i stopped taking birth control and never felt better. I noticed that when progesteron levels are higher then estrogen i have a problem with my mood, i eat the wrong foods, i feel crumpy etc. Is it true that some woman are more sensitive to how progesteron effects their mood and body? I always have PMS and my mother also had and my sister on my natural cycle. Because progesteron starts to rise and have a peak around day 22 in the second half of the cycle it causes moodyness, tender swollen breasts and a very bad mood. If i look at the picture of a natural cycle how the hormone levels are then i can totally see that when progesteron rises it causes a problem in my brain. I think also progesteron can have affect on dopamine levels in the brain. Now when being on the pill i always felt like PMS only i didn't know this at first. Birth control has progesteron dominance ( wich means its higher then estrogens levels) this for me is a red flag. When progesteron is above the estrogen levels i am just not feeling good. For me estrogen levels high stands for, shiny skin, energy, good mood, eating healthy good foods, dopine and libido high almost like a high feeling especially right before ovulation. But when being on birth control i never had this estrogen dominance in the cycle, which now explains my pms mood all the time. I would definitely advice doctors to warn people that birth control will affect their mood and skin and the shininess that ovulation gives will just never be with a woman on birth control. I can now even see woman being progesteron dominant. It will show in their character, their skin, their eyes are more dull and they want less sex, exactly the same as PMS because their body knows there is no egg, so why bother. I can also see when woman are ovulating, it comes very close to when someone is pregnant and they have this glow. So this means estrogen is high. This is a big reason why progesteron is not my friend and why i don't like birth control.

[@rechellealviz4944]

Hello Dr. Yen.. May I ask a question.. I now on my 14th day of pills, I'm first timer using contraceptive and I'm 30 years of age. I take my pills on the first day of my period, and my period last 6th days, on my 7th day of taking the pill there's still a spotting until today as in every day.. There's a brown and sometimes it's dark brown it's like chocolate in color. Is that normal or should I talk to the OB gynecologist? Hoping that you will notice this.. Thank you

[@PandiaHealth]

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[@itsmesasa1009]

I don't have idea when it comes to birth control but honestly I need it coz I am working now.its my first time to used soon please can you help me how to used it. how I start, when I stop.my husband will come and visit me soon and stayed on me for two weeks I need to protect myself even though he is my husband but we both not ready.please

[@PandiaHealth]

Hi, Merisa! Watch our video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aV6zq5SmnNhpbtU

[@alexiatownsend1135]

If someone wants to have more kids , when should birth control be stopped ?

[@PandiaHealth]

Hi, Alexia! As soon as you stop birth control, you can get pregnant. So stop when you want to have kids. For people with PCOS, they are most fertile right when they stop. So they should try to get pregnant starting the day they stop the pill.

[@novagore1008]

Hi! are there pills that equally prevent pregnancy and help with period pain? if so when should you begin to have sex while on the pill?

[@PandiaHealth]

yes. all pills help periods pain and prevent pregnancy. We recommend that you always use a condom to prevent diseases and it's better for the woman (less mess). However, if you are only use the pill, then you should WAIT until 7 days after being on the pill IF the woman starts ON her period. If she starts any other day, then to be absolutely safe, wait 1 month AFTER being on the pill.

[@marygracecarag9406]

Is it safe for taking birth control without baby?and how long to take it? Im fresh married and i dont want to get pregnant im not yet ready hehehe hope you asnwes me

[@PandiaHealth]

Yes. the point of birth control is to prevent babies, so you can definitely take birth control if you have never had a baby. It takes 1 week to 4 wks for the birth control to start working. However, we always recommend that you use condoms to protect yourself against diseases.

[@bheybieluvz1834]

i am 39 years old..i stop monthlyperiod 8 months now..because last july 2017 i am very sick menengitis...i drink a lot of medicine...now..can i drink diane 35 for monthly period?...please answer

[@PandiaHealth]

It's probably best to see your doctor in person to see if there are any long terms consequences from your meningitis… you can try birth control pills to see if that bring yours monthly period, but that might hide an underlying problem with your hormones etc. Go see your doctor to get checked out.

[@indaymenu]

Doc. Is it safe I'm 42 years old is it Okey I can take birth control pills?

[@PandiaHealth]

If your age is your only concern, yes. It is ok to take birth control pills. However, you need to ask your doctor to check for other medical conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, etc. At 45 years old you might want to consider using a pill with only 20 mcg of estrogen. And at 50 years old, go down to 10mcg. But this is not medical advice. Consult your doctor.

[@liamnoahkidstv8131]

Hi, after giving birth i did not have a period, what can i use pills? I am also breastfeeding mom. I need answer pls.

[@wildthing1631]

The mini pill tends to get used

[@reginav7011]

That is normal after giving birth you dont have to take pills

[@sheenamariequiniahan4803]

Hi i just wanna ask if dianne pills can cure acne?

[@PandiaHealth]

It depends how bad your acne is. If it only comes with your periods, then you can #SkipPeriods go to our page bc.pandiahealth.com/periods-optional/ and learn more. But if you're acne is strong/bad, then you will need topical cream, antibiotics and possible Accutane.

[@jassgraciano8238]

Question can I be on depo shot & pills at the same time ?

[@PandiaHealth]

You can but we don't recommend it. Why would you want to do that? The depo provera shot is VERY effective if you get it on time. No need for the pill!

[@jassgraciano8238]

@@PandiaHealth my ob put me into depo and pill at the same time so I been getting irregular bleeding

[@jassgraciano8238]

@@PandiaHealth So it's normal to have a period on depo ? Oh I'm getting period cause of the pill s ? Can that mess up the hormones level ? I get so anxious depression with both

[@thinkool8]

How long should one use birth control pill?

[@PandiaHealth]

As long you need to prevent pregnancy or if you are using it for menstrual control - as long as you want to control your periods. You can choose to have your periods never or as infrequently as you like.

[@sparklyunicorn5431]

So far after 2 days I am noticing headaches and the munchies...sigh... why can't men take this ish?

[@user-ql1fl8ek9p]

I need translation to Arabic for this video :(

[@PandiaHealth]

We hope to have these videos translated if we can get a grant or something. Or perhaps youtube can translate in the future.