Stopped Birth Control - Seeking Insight After 6 Months
Hello everyone, I’m a 19-year-old female who recently discontinued using Microgestin 1/20 after a six-month period. I’ll try to keep this concise, as my doctor provided one perspective, yet what I find online suggests something different, and I’m looking for clarity.
To give you some background, I began taking birth control in January. During June, my schedule was hectic, leading me to take my pill at varying times each day. When July rolled around, I entered my placebo week but did not experience a menstrual cycle. At one point, I felt unusually weak in the shower and almost fainted; fortunately, after hydrating and consuming some vitamin water, I recovered (not sure if that detail is relevant).
After my placebo week, I began a new pack and took my first pill. The following morning, I noticed my heart rate was unusually fast, which made eating difficult, prompting a hospital visit. That day, I ceased taking the birth control. Various tests indicated I was completely healthy, and I was sent home with a Holter monitor, which showed normal results and I felt better thereafter.
Subsequently, I experienced significant stomach irritation, inability to eat, vomiting, erratic bowel movements, and excessive gas due to not eating, symptoms that persisted for about a week and a half. This eventually subsided, but I was left with severe dry mouth.
When discussing these symptoms with my doctor, they attributed it to anxiety and dismissed the idea of withdrawal aside from potential bleeding. However, after researching, I’ve come across numerous accounts from other women who describe similar experiences upon stopping the pill.
I’m gradually on the mend but would appreciate any additional perspectives to ensure I’m not imagining things. Does anyone have similar experiences or advice?
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