Question 1

can i eat while taking  birth control?

Accepted Answer

I think the: Question is does it matter at what time your take your bcp relative to eating.  Doesn't matter.

Question 2

will taking birth control stunt my growth?

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A risk for teenagers: Many types of birth control contain estrogen, which if started too early in one adolescent years (or earlier) can cause early closure of one's growth plates and thus hinder one's ability to reach their genetic height potential.  Thus they should only be taken when prescribed by someone comfortable with these risks.  Of course at 38 years of age, this wouldn't be a concern for you :).

Question 3

what are the benefits in taking birth control?

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There are many: The combination pill offers many benefits, including some protection against.............
*acne
*bone thinning
*breast growths that are not cancer
*ectopic pregnancy
*endometrial and ovarian cancers
*serious infection in the ovaries, tubes, and uterus
*iron deficiency anemia
*cysts in the breasts and ovaries
*premenstrual symptoms
*depression
*bad cramps
*heavy and/or irregular period

Question 4

when should someone stop taking birth control?

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Health risks: A woman taking birth control pills should stop taking those only if health risks have evolved that outweigh the risk of pregnancy. It takes at least a week, before a pregnancy test becomes positive. A typical scenario is that  a woman has been partying, has had unprotected sex, then misses her period, finds out that she is pregnant, and then concerns arise, if the baby could have been harmed.

Question 5

does taking birth control make you gain weight?

Accepted Answer

Usually no: Most women don't gain weight with birth control pills, as shown in studies yrs ago--women taking placebo gained as much as women taking high dose pills.  Some women with other types of bc can gain weight--as with the shot. Most with other types of bc don't. Pregnancy does make you gain weight!

Question 6

when you stop taking birth control what happens?

Accepted Answer

Menstruation returns: In majority of women, without the suppression of the birth control pills, ovaries wake up and natural menstrual cycles return. 
In small number of women, particularly these who did not have regular menstruation before the pill, it may take several months before regular menstruation resumes. If normal menstruation does not return in 6 months, it's time to visit the doctor.

Question 7

what are the pros and cons of taking birth control?

Accepted Answer

Many of each: Check out the website www.Mayoclinic.Com and type in birth control.  They give a very good overview of multiple types of birth control and the benefits and side effects and risks of each.

Question 8

what can i expect when i stop taking birth control?

Accepted Answer

Cycle resumption: Your menstrual cycle will resume as it was previous to the pill initiation and you will then be able to conceive, if you were ovulating before the pill. If you were having irregular periods before the pill they may resume and be irregular after the pill cessation.

Question 9

how soon after taking birth control is it effective?

Accepted Answer

It depends: The answer to this depends on two factors: the kind of birth control pills you’re using, and the point in your menstrual cycle that you started them. 
Taking the combination pill? If you start the pill within five days after the start of your period, you’re protected right away. If you start at any other time during your cycle, you need to use a backup form of birth control  for seven days.

Question 10

i want to start taking birth control. any suggestions?

Accepted Answer

Great : Preventing unplanned pregnancy is very important. I'm glad you're ready to start taking birth control. Simply schedule a visit with a doctor and they will discuss the many options available to you. Good job being responsible.

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