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Experiencing headaches ( not migranes) for the past 4 months on ortho tri cyclen (ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate) and now on ortho cyclen, and insomnia, too high estrogen?

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Dr. Milroy Samuel answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Possibly: Try a pill that has same dose everyday and see if that resolves the situation. The one you are on all have different hormonal levels each week.

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

Experiencing headaches ( not migranes) for the past 4 months on ortho tri cyclen (ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate) and now on ortho cyclen, and insomnia, too high estrogen?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Milroy Samuel answered

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