Saturday, December 3, 2011

The Miracles of BIrth Control Pills



Oral contraceptive are very effective pills and many studies have shown that they can reduce risk of osteoporosis and ovarian cancer. According to Dr Mary Jane Minkin, a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Yale University School of Medicine, "Many women experiment with a few different types before they find one they like," Given below is a list to help you choose the best birth control for you
Note: (check with your gynecologist before trying any of these pills!!)
If You Have: Persistent acne
Try : Ortho Tri-Cyclen 
Why: All women produce some level of testosterone, which can increase oil production and increase breakouts. Ortho Tri-Cyclen contains the skin-friendly hormone norgestimate, which helps minimize the body's testosterone levels and reduce acne . 
If You Have: Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) which is basically the emotional symptoms that occurs 5-11 days before the monthly menstrual cycle. 
Try: Yaz or Yasmin 
Why: Both contain drospirenone, a hormone that minimizes water retention and bloating. Additionally, a study found that taking Yaz helps reduce severe pre-period mood swings.
If You Have: Heavy or painful periods 
Try: Seasonale, Seasonique, or Lybrel 
Why: These pills can significantly minimize or even end painful bleeding by reducing the number of periods you get per year
If You Have: A new baby
Try: Nor-Qd, Orthomicronor
Why: Pills that contain estrogen can decrease breast-milk production by up to 5 percent. Progestin only pills (Progestin is synthetic progestogen that has similar effects to progesterone) don't interfere with lactation; however,their effectiveness rate is slightly lower than combination-hormone pills( 92 % vs 98 %). 
If You Have: Menstrual migraines
Try: Mircette 
Why: Usually for many women, migraines are associated with period. Studies have shown that Mirecette can decrease the headache-period combination.
If You Have: Breakthrough bleeding 
Try: Femcon Fe 
Why : Compared with other brands, this gives a lower dose of estrogen, which helps to  minimize breakthrough bleeding, not to mention these pills are mint flavored and chewable! 
Source: Women’s Health Magazine

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