YOUNG-WOMEN Messages for June, 2001: Re: Are you on Alesse?

Re: Are you on Alesse?

From: Carrie (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 18 Jun 2001 12:17:37 -0500 (CDT)

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I had a mixed reaction to Alesse. I had been on virtually every other bcp, and this is the only one that did not make me gain 20 lbs, in fact I may have lost some. The problem with it for me was the breakthrough bleeding. I always started spotting at least a week before my period was due, and whenever I travelled to a different time zone I would automatically get it. It did not help with cramps, either.

I'm off it now and trying to get pregnant. I do know a lot of women who have loved this pill, and my doctor swears by it. Good Luck!!

At Sun, 17 Jun 2001, Tracey wrote: >
>I would like to know the experiences of anyone taking this brand and
>what they think of it. I am due to start within the next two weeks and
>when my doctor prescribed it, it was the first time I have heard of
>Alesse.
>
>I know that break through bleeding is normal within the first few
>months, but I would like to know how people have reacted to it beyond
>that point. I was on Levlen for 8 years with no problems (it was
>great), and then went off to start a family. After I had my first
>child, my doctor gave me Ortho Tri-Cyclen, which gave me cramps, heavier
>bleeding and breast tenderness. After a year, I had enough. He told me
>about a newer low dose and asked if I would like to try it. So, here I
>am.
>
>Thanks to everyone reading and I would appreciate your feedback!!!
>
>--
>- Tracey -
>

-- Thanks,

Carrie

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