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A member asked:
Am i supposed to have crazy mood swings after stopping birth control? what can i do to help?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Yes: Stopping or starting a birth control pill can cause mood changes. Time is pretty much the only thing that will lessen the swings. Some women feel better on birth control. Pills when taken for 5 years, lower your ovarian cancer risk in 1/2, and decrease your risk for uterine cancer. They have a lot of health benefits. If you liked being on them and aren't trying for pregnancy, maybe consider.
Answered 8/2/2017
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Mood swings: Mood changes are expected in relation to hormone changes. Contact your doctor.
Answered 10/4/2016
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