Question 1

i am 17 days late and have had 4 neg. tests, but have constipation and very mild nausea. i started retaking birth control 3 wks ago. ?

Accepted Answer

Wrong pill start?: If you started retaking birth control pills 3 weeks ago, about 21 days ago, it sounds like you started taking them at the wrong time, i.e. just before your period was due. That could have caused this long delay in expected menses. BC pills should be started the day you BEGIN your period, or the Sunday following. I think all you can do now is continue; the symptoms you have would not be unexpected.

Question 2

we had sex 4days ago with protection and she has also taken birth control pill. but the problem is that the is suffering for constipation now please halp?

Accepted Answer

Miralax (polyethylene glycol): Perhaps she should try MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) or another over the counter agent to help with constipation. Constipation is not related to intercourse or birth control.

Question 3

are birth control pills supposed to alleviate constipation before periods?

Accepted Answer

Not really : I donot think so ,periods itself relieve constipation

Question 4

i've had constipation and some slight pressure in pelvis since birth control switch last week. should i see dr or wait 1st month?

Accepted Answer

Constipation: Try increasing fluids, and taking Miralax (polyethylene glycol). Also prune juice or caffeinated beverages to help clean out the intestinal tract to see if this helps.

Question 5

can switching birth control cause mild cramping and constipation? just switched 5 days ago to cryselle and been uncomfortable since. how to relieve it

Accepted Answer

Pelvic pain: Changing one birth control pill to another would not cause pelvic pain or constipation. Constipation can cause pelvic pain. Consider treating the constipation with a stool softener or Miralax (polyethylene glycol) to see if this helps.

Question 6

pelvic fullness and constipation, on birth control and had unprotected sex but he never ejaculates in me. could i be pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Probably Not: If you are using the birth control correctly and he has been withdrawing everytime, then you have been using two methods of birth control and it would be unlikely.  However, note that the clear fluid that comes out of the penis during stimulation and before ejaculation ("pre-cum"), can contain sperm.
In this case, your symptoms are more likely related to the constipation.

Question 7

crampin every since my period 11 days ago i have constipation and lower back pain no sex since oct 31 recently stop birth control and use next choice?

Accepted Answer

Lots going on: You might benefit from being seen. I can also assure you that acupuncture can help with the cramping, constipation and back pain. 
I do not know what Next Choice is for birth control for you...Discuss that with your ob-gyn doc.

Question 8

i've been so tired within the last week though i sleep well i have constipation and mild nausea. i just got off birth control in july.  am i pregnant?

Accepted Answer

HPT.: If you have been sexually active that is a possibility. The best way to know is to take a home pregnancy test.  Have you had your period?

Question 9

constipation, dirrohea, feeling sick, bloated, heavy painful periods headaches. not on any meds or birth control.birth 1yr now . still not ovulating. ?

Accepted Answer

See your Gyne: You may be having anovulatory bleeding, which can often be corrected with progesterone medication. You would first need to be examined to be sure you don't have diabetes or a thyroid  disorder, a bleeding disorder or a number of other possible conditions. Do see your gynecologist for a complete evaluation and treatment plan. Hope that helps

Question 10

i get constipation before periods, so i guess that's pms.  is it worth trying birth control pills just for this? please don't suggest fiber, water, magnesium, exercise, laxatives. i tried them all.

Accepted Answer

I don't think you: should take OCPs (oral birth control pills) just to be less constipated as there are other things you can do to preemptively or actively treat constipation, even if it is part of PMS.   There are too many side effects associated with OCPs, including weight gain, mood swings, and blood clots.  There are perhaps treatment for constipation that you may not have tried consistently, such as prune juice

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I am 17 days late and have had 4 neg. tests, but have constipation and very mild nausea. i started retaking birth control 3 wks ago. ?

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We had sex 4days ago with protection and she has also taken birth control pill. but the problem is that the is suffering for constipation now please halp?

A member asked:

Are birth control pills supposed to alleviate constipation before periods?

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I've had constipation and some slight pressure in pelvis since birth control switch last week. should i see dr or wait 1st month?

A member asked:

Can switching birth control cause mild cramping and constipation? just switched 5 days ago to cryselle and been uncomfortable since. how to relieve it

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Pelvic fullness and constipation, on birth control and had unprotected sex but he never ejaculates in me. could i be pregnant?

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Crampin every since my period 11 days ago i have constipation and lower back pain no sex since oct 31 recently stop birth control and use next choice?

A member asked:

I've been so tired within the last week though i sleep well i have constipation and mild nausea. i just got off birth control in july. am i pregnant?

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Constipation, dirrohea, feeling sick, bloated, heavy painful periods headaches. not on any meds or birth control.birth 1yr now . still not ovulating. ?

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I get constipation before periods, so i guess that's pms. is it worth trying birth control pills just for this? please don't suggest fiber, water, magnesium, exercise, laxatives. i tried them all.

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