YOUNG-WOMEN Messages for December, 2000: Re: Birth Control Question

Re: Birth Control Question

From: R. Daniel Braun, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 21 Dec 2000 22:35:57 -0600 (CST)

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At Thu, 21 Dec 2000, Brooke wrote: >
>I am almost 19 years old and I still have irregular periods with fairly
>uncomfortable symptoms. My cycle occurs every three to four weeks and
>is unpredictable. I have mild headaches, a nauseated feeling, fatique,
>water retention, and cramping during the beginning of my period. I know
>that these symptoms are not uncommon, but if they could be helped that
>would make my life a little easier. I have heard that birth control
>pills can do some of these things but I was wondering what was right for
>me. Though I would not be using it mainly for pregnancy prevention, I
>would like to have something that was effective if the need arises.
>Here's the problem...I have a history of heard disease and high blood
>pressure in my family along with various types of cancer and I don't
>know what type of birth control would help or hinder my problems. I
>would greatly appreciate your advice. Thanks.
>
>--
>Brooke Ethridge
>

If you take Birth control pills as directed, they will make your periods regular as clockwork. Almost to the minute. You should see a Gynecologist and tell him/her all the problems in your family plus any you have yourself. Then a good decision as to what to do can be made. Ask lots of questions. If you don't get answers go to a new DOc.

RDB

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R. Daniel Braun, MD FACOG  FOG

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