WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for February, 1998: Re: Estrostep side effects

Re: Estrostep side effects

From: Christina (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Tue, 3 Feb 1998 11:05:40 -0500

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Kristin, My experience with Estrostep was not weight loss. On the contrary, I had an increase in appetite and major bloating caused by water retention and other more unmentionable reasons. I was also highly emotional. My biggest problem was with the breakthrough bleeding which was just as strong as my period. It lasted for exactly five days with lots of clots. Then, about a week or two later I'd have my period. I waited through 4 packs with no improvement. I finally switched to Ovcon and have taken 4 packs of it. I have not had appetite changes, but I am even more bloated than before. My period comes on time, but the breakthrough bleeding is irratic. One time it was 2 weeks into my cycle, then 3 weeks. This past month it was 5 days before my period. Now, my period (I think) is here and doesn't seem to have any sign of going away. I know, at least in my case, that I need a higher dosage, but I tend to get regular migraines every month with the higher dosage. I'm not sure what to do myself. I suggest waiting through 3 packs. If you still are having problems, feel free to switch to a new brand. There is no reason to put up with something that makes you feel bad when there are other alternatives. Most drs will give you samples to try until you find the right one for your body.

--Christina

-- ---------- From: Kristin O.[SMTP:anonymous@obgyn.net Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 1998 10:36 AM To: Multiple recipients of list Subject: Estrostep side effects

Greetings! I've just started my third pack of Estrostep(this is my second try with BCPs;triphasil made me very depressed), and I've experienced a considerable appetite and ,consequently, weight loss.I know that many women would welcome this side effect, but I was thin to begin with, and am starting to look ridiculous. How frequently has this been experienced? I want to stick with this because it's been fine otherwise,although I haven't had a period yet. Thank you fo ryour time. K.

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