Progesterone-only pill

[jackie0]

I've been given micronor in particular to use while still breast-feeding.  I was told though that it has a slightly increased rill of ectopic pregnancy if one does get pregnant while using the pill.  I've been quite worried about this and haven't used it.

Is this anything to worry about?  Has anyone used or heard of people who have used it? were there any problems?

[kick3m0n]

Hi Jackie, I used this when breastfeeding too.  Only used it for a few months, then stopped using contraception again (as we were quite happy if Baby No. 2 appeared, tho no luck yet!).

I didn't worry too much about the added risk of ectopic pregnancy to be honest, as the chances of getting pregnant while using the mini pill are still pretty slim (as long as you keep taking it at the same time each day).  If I'd had a previous ectopic pregnancy, I would probably have tried a different method of contraception tho.  Maybe you could discuss other options with your Health Visitor?   You could in theory use a coil I think. Or you could use condoms to ensure you don't get pregnant while on Micronor? 

Good luck.xx

[TEE JAY]

Hi Jackie

I have been on Micronor for about 9 months now and have no problems with it what so ever.  I have PCO and this has helped with regulating (was having periods every other week) and reducing how heavy they were.  

Actually had a pill check this morning and, despite having PCO, I have managed to lose nearly 2 stone in a year and my blood pressure is back to normal.  YAY!!

[kick3m0n]

well done Tee Jay!  xx

[morg_monster]

kick raises a valid point - if you have previously had an ectopic pregnancy then I would ask for something else.  But if you have no previous risk factors for ectopic pregnancy (and I'm assuming the doctor that prescribed to you would know this) then a slightly increased risk still only adds up to a pretty tiny risk, considering how unlikely you are to actually get pregnant.  You should go back to your doctor or talk to your health visitor about your worries. They will have exact risk number if you want to know.  I'm learning about risks at the moment in my medical statistics MSc and it really riles me that doctors don't translate risks so they are understandable to patients. (often because they don't understand themselves!)

[jackie0]

Thanks a lot for your replies.  I guess I can go with the Micronor now.  What's PCO?

[TEE JAY]

PCO is Poly Cystic Ovaries.

PCO is a health problem that can affect a woman�s menstrual cycle, fertility, hormones, insulin production, heart, blood vessels, and appearance. 

PCO is the most common hormonal reproductive problem in women of childbearing age.

Look at this website for more info.

http://www.4woman.gov/faq/pcos.htm

 

[TEE JAY]

PCO is Poly Cystic Ovaries.

PCO is a health problem that can affect a woman�s menstrual cycle, fertility, hormones, insulin production, heart, blood vessels, and appearance. 

PCO is the most common hormonal reproductive problem in women of childbearing age.

Look at this website for more info.

http://www.4woman.gov/faq/pcos.htm

 

[jackie0]

Thanks a lot Tee Jay. Wow, I hope its not too much distress.

[TEE JAY]

Hi Jackie

Its not too distressing as my partner and I dont plan to have children yet, hence being on Micronor! 

Somedays I do worry/think about "what if I cant have kids" but as 'my darlin' says, we can cross that bridge when we come to it.  But that bridge is a good two years ahead of us yet!

Tee Jay

x

[jackie0]

Glad to hear that ...