Side Effects Of The Birth Control Patch

Birth Control Effects vary from person to person.  When an individual starts to be sexually active, she immediately starts to question things related to sex, most especially things related to birth control. This page will discuss the most frequently asked questions about these.

Is there a possibility of getting pregnant while having your menstrual period?

Yes. Although the menstrual period is always a sign that a woman is not pregnant, it is not an assurance that she will not get pregnant during her menstruation. Fact is that ovulation can happen during or right after a woman?s period.

Are all birth control choices effective? Do they have side effects?

No and Yes. The effectiveness of a contraception method always depends upon the way it is used (whether it is used correctly or incorrectly) and its compatibility to the person using it. Contraceptives do have side effects. For instance, the birth control pill may trigger a possible heart attack or stroke to smokers. It can also result to weight loss or weight gain. It is best to contact the nearest physician so as to know the best contraceptive to use and know more about birth control effects.

Is being on the pill or any other methods of contraception for many years a way of shrinking my ability to conceive?

No, but there is always a possibility. Although this has not been proven true and majority of women have reported to still have given birth after years of being on the pill, it is always best to consult a doctor before using any method of contraception so as not to risk any chances and fully understand the birth control effects.

How do synthetic hormones (such as those in birth control pills) work? Are they safe?

Yes, they are safe. Artificial estrogen and progestin only imitates the real hormones of our body to prevent fertilization, but they do not produce harmful elements to make people severely sick (although it is not recommended for people who smoke).

I stopped using contraceptives. Why am I having difficulty in getting pregnant?

There are a lot of reasons why a woman has difficulty getting pregnant. Using contraceptives temporarily make you infertile even when you have stopped using it, but it does not completely and permanently disable you to actually get pregnant. On average, women who have been on contraceptives may be infertile for the next 2 to 3 months after stopping and women who were into birth control shots can go from 6 to 12 months infertile after discontinuing.

Missed Birth Control! What should I do?

What women usually do is take the pill immediately after they remember missing it. The next pill should be taken normally. Although it is unlikely that a woman gets pregnant in between those times, it is still best to make sure and use back-up contraception such as the male condom for the next seven days. If you care concerned, make sure you fully investigate the birth control effects of missing a pill as you might need emergency contraception.

Is there still a possibility of getting pregnant even if I take my pill everyday, or if I use other contraception options religiously? Yes. This is why most contraceptives are always 99% accurate. That leaves 1% possibility to get pregnant. Rarely does it happen, but it does happen.

If you still have questions about birth control effects, don't hesitate to go to your physician for clarification. It is always better to be safe than sorry.