vaginapagina | First time poster, question about stopping the pill.

So, I have recently realized that I have been on birth control for over 5 years. Non stop. I am considering stopping it for a few months. Just to take a break, you know?
It just feels... wrong to be under the influence of these hormones for SUCH a long time. What is everyone's opinion on this?

Here are a few things to consider in my case:

I am already on a low-hormone pill.
I have a history of bad cramps. The pill helps a bit.
I have had one case of ovarian cysts (that ruptured and so I ended up having emergency surgery). The doctor told me that staying on birth control could help it from happening again, however I was already on birth control when it happened. So that confuses me a bit.

Any opinions would be appreciated :)

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My apologies I misunderstood about the cysts; since mine have been around for years and years, I assume they're an ongoing thing and forget some people have better luck. :P I gather that the feminist anti-bc is not a common stance. I've just been...blessed to know such people. heh

If you're experiencing effects, like I said, I'd weigh the pros and cons. Hormonal bc is not good for everyone, so if it's not good for you, do what's better. *hug*

First time poster, question about stopping the pill.

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