Hello! I've been on the mini-pill since having my first child 18 months ago. Since then I have experienced the not so wonderful side effects such as hair loss, oily scalp, acne & a COMPLETE loss of my sex drive.

I'm trying to make the decision whether or not to go off of the pill and resort to the Fertility Awareness Method along with the use of condoms or abstenence during my fertile time. My question: Does the mini-pill alter my natural cycle? meaning when I stop taking it will my current cycle change making it difficult or impossible for me to use this method effectively? I really am not ready for another child right now, however I would like to start trying again about this time next year. Am I taking too much of a risk of getting pregnant if I try this or should I just continue to take the pill and deal with these awful side effects?

Also, I can' be on any form of birth control that contains estrogen, that leaves me with no other option besides Fertility Awareness.

i would like to go see a specialist but im not sure which one to choose..?

about me
-17 yr old female
-5'2" & 110 lbs
-severe hair loss, started 2 years ago (possibly androgenic?)
-excess hair growth on legs, thighs, arms, stomach, facial hair
-moderate acne
-lab blood tests: testosterone levels normal, estrogen low normal range
-family history of polycystic ovaries
-otherwise in good health

right now my main concern is the hair loss, im pretty sure its related to my hormones, who should i go see for this, plzz help

thanks so much in advance

I am 31yrs. old andI have been sick for over a year and a half with fatigue, no menstrual periods, hypoglycemia, acne and symptoms of decreased estrogen,ie. thinnng skin, loss of skin tone & elasticity, facial hair, loss of balance and memory, etc.

All hormonal and complete blood work are normal despite my obvious symptoms. I am very desperate and want to make sure I cover all the bases, as far as tests. Is there a test that looks at the brain, as well as all the organs and glands of the body? Is there one that would show inflammation too? Would I need both the PET and CT scan together?

Thanks for any help.

Liz

I read of the box of extenze that it is not intended for pregnant or nursing women. Also that women may experience facial hair growth, hair loss, acne, irritability, aggressiveness, increase in estrogen. If the product is for men, why is there advise on the box pertaining to women taking it. I have read that women can take the male viagra although the womens viagra is recommended.

I'm wondering if I might be going through menopause…I'm only 31 but for the last seven months I have been having major physical issues. My mom and my grandmother didn't go through menopause until their 60's and none of my sisters have experienced any of these symptoms but I'm not sure what else it could be. My symptoms are these: hair loss, weight loss/gain (it constantly fluctuates), haven't had my period in seven months, facial hair growth (a lot of it!!), hot flashes and constant acne.

I talked to a doctor about this four months ago and he told me it was stress. But I'm not stressed, I have nothing (except this) to worry me! I'm really starting to get concerned especially because my husband and I want to start a family. Can anyone help??