
Ask A Question - Help - Register - Login

I have taken birth control pills with estrogen and had ...

Sent to Health Experts November 28, 2007 6:27 p.m.

I have taken birth control pills with estrogen and had the side effects of worsening acne, weight gain, and mood swings; so I stopped taking it. Are the new pills with progestrone and the depo shot with progestrone a good hormonal alternative or should I expect the same side effects?

Optional Information:
Female, Age: 23, Florida

Already Tried:
Ortho Tri Cyclen regular and low dose

Customer (name blocked for privacy)

Status: Closed Value: $9

Answer
November 28, 2007 7:25 p.m. (58 minutes and 32 seconds later)

ACCEPTED

Customer (name blocked for privacy) , I am sorry to tell you that progesterone and depo shot will worsen your symptoms , specially the acne .

If you like the answer, click accept . A bonus will always be sincerely appreciated .

DR. GERMAN -- Doctor (MD) -- 99% Positive Feedback on 2153 Health Accepts
MD

Think you can answer this question?
Login or Become an Expert

Related Answers:

	DISCLAIMER: You acknowledge that any information you may obtain from individuals you contact through use of the Just Answer service comes from those individuals, not from Just Answer!, and that Just Answer is not in any way responsible for any of the information these third parties may supply. The site and services are provided "as is" with no warranty and no representations are made regarding the qualification of an Expert. Responses and comments on Just Answer! are for general information and are not intended to substitute for informed professional advice (such as medical, legal, investment or accounting) and do not establish a professional-client relationship. Just Answer! is not intended or designed to address EMERGENCY QUESTIONS which should be directed immediately by telephone or in-person to qualified professionals. Please carefully read the Terms of Service.

Just Answer! > Online Health Advice > Birth Control Questions