Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | Updates on Birth Control

Hello-

I was reading some old posts (searched) on different types of bc and different people were in different phases. I'm assuming some of you have more/new info that you wouldn't mind sharing. My *disclaimer* is that I'm seeing my doc next week about this, so don't feel like you're giving medical advice, just want to hear experiences. I guess what I'd like to hear is:

-What you are on
-How long you've been on it
-What was PMS (indicate if there was none) and IBS like before this one.
-What these are like now, and if you feel the bc had any effect on it
-Other general comments, including previous bc you were on and why you switched

I am 34 and thinking about going on bc for the first time. Not for avoiding preg, although that's a nice side-effect, but mostly to try to manage my hormones, which are all crazy. I have terrible PMS with bloating and huge breasts, emotional, cravings, cramps. I don't get acne too bad but I'm on a very strict skin care regime which keeps it in check.

The two biggest things I'm concerned about is gaining weight and lowering sex drive (increase it, if possible).

I'm thinking about: Ortho Evro (the patch), Yasmin or Alesse.

Your replies would be most helpful!

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