I have been taking a progestin only mini-pill (Errin/ Micronor) for 1.5 years. I do not need a mini-pill any more since I am not breastfeeding. I wish to switch to a "regular" birth control pill because I do not like some of the side effects now - primarily very bad acne and extremely sensitive sore nipples. Does anyone have a recommendation on a brand of birth control pill that has minimal long term side effects? I am 41 years old.
Talk to your doctor about Mirena. I actually managed to get pregnant while on the patch and after my daughter was born, I had my doctor put in Mirena ... haven't had a period in 2 years just a day or two of spotting. Not even enough to fill a pad. :) It's good for five years and you don't have to remember to take a pill every day. :)
Before I became pregnant I was on the patch (ortho-evra) and loved it. I found that I did not like the pill because of forgetting or that it made me very emotional. You may want to even consider an IUD unless you are planning on having another one. Hope I have helped
I would stay away from hormones as much as possible. I had a stroke in my early thirties that was attributed to being on birth control. If you have genetics that make you suspectible to blood clotting you are at risk.
As I went through my ordeal I met many nurses and technicians that say they will never touch birth control pills (ie hormones) because they have seen the side effects on young viable women - it's more common than you think.
Obviously, I have strong opinions. Know your family history - I knew that heart conditions and clotting had happened in my family - but I didn't think it was important. I was wrong.
My suggestion is to discuss it with the doctor that prescribed the micronor in the first place. They know your medical history and which birth control would be better for you based on your medical history.
Just be careful if you go with Mirena. I've had 4 friends experience panic attacks and depression from it.
