AbacoRaveness 44 Posted May 30, 2012 So, I have (had?) PCOS and have been on "the pill" to stay regular for 12 years. After my surgery, my endocrinologist suggested stopping them for a few months to see if everything would regulate itself post-op. It did! Yay! But this month I started them again for actual contraceptive purposes (what a concept!). BUT I think I might quit them all together! Since I started them again, my weight loss slowed ALOT, which is ok, but I also don't feel great. I feel like I'm starving, I'm fatigued, I'm an emotional roller coaster, and my skin is breaking out. It's not worth it!!! Anyone else have this experience??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EmilyIsSleeved 6 Posted May 30, 2012 I am no longer using the pill as a contraceptive because my surgeon told me that our bodies won't absorb the pills the same way and may be completely uneffective when it comes to preventing pregnancy . I don't know if that is true, but I am not going to risk it ha ha. Alot of women on here use mirena or other forms of contraceptives. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MyGastricSleeveLife 180 Posted May 30, 2012 My surgeon said the pill was okay as long as I waited 30 day after surgery to start again, but I want to ask my GYN too & see what he thinks. I was on the Nuvaring for years until recently because I think my body was finally sick of the nuvaring. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RawrrAshleex3 137 Posted May 30, 2012 My dr had a fit I went back on the pill right after surgery because it can cause blood clots and doesn't absorb right. The have a 3 month bc shot but it can cause weight gain ): Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ooffa511 506 Posted May 30, 2012 I use the iud. Mirena is the brand. It's for 5 years and can come out after 6 months if u want. The best thing I have ever done!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites