To Switch or Discontinue HBC

[sydelleofcourse.livejournal.com]

I've been on a generic of Ortho TriCyclen (TriNessa) for years, but now I'm only sexually active with one guy who has had a vasectomy.  I don't need the BC for pregnancy protection, but I used to be very moody with PMS and had irregular periods.  For various reasons, I don't want to stay on the BC I'm on (esp, the tri-phasic nature of it seems to make me act differently depending on where I am in my pack.)  I'm considering either switching to a monophasic (perhaps seasonale or lybrel) or discontinuing use of BC to see how my body acts without now, since it's been years and has definitely gone through significant changes in that time.  I seem to be pretty sensitive to hormones and meds, so either way I anticipate being thrown outta whack for a while.

I'm having trouble deciding which road to take.  What are your thoughts on trying a new birth control now vs. going off HBC completely to see how I now am "naturally?"

Comments

[paperispatient.livejournal.com]

Since you won't have to worry about pregnancy right now, it could be worth going off HBC to see if things have straightened out. I know my mom was really irregular when she was younger; she went on HBC for a while and then got off of it, and her cycle has been really regular ever since. If you're still irregular or struggling with PMS (I totally feel you there, that's why I went on HBC too), you can always go back on it. I'm on Lo-Ogestrel and I stack it, and I'm really happy with how it's working. You definitely have options. :)

[ledove.livejournal.com]

I couldn't have been happier with the results when I stopped taking HBC. I have been off of it for three years now, and don't intend to go back. I get very painful periods sometimes, but I think it's worth it. My moods are more regular, and although they change depending on where I'm at in my cycle, I feel good knowing that everything is happening naturally.

You should do what you feel is right for you. You can always stop taking it, and then go back on it if it doesn't work out. Good luck!

[christemo.livejournal.com]

I switched over to Yaz from TriNessa and I've never felt better. My periods last for maybe 3 days, and they're light as anything. No cramping, no moodyness... nothing. :D