A member asked:

Does switching birthcontrols cause acne until your body adjusts to new hormone levels? i switched from lo loestrin fe to mircette (ethinyl estradiol and desogestrel). and weight gain?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Not likely: You changed brands and slightly increased the dose. Birth control pills usually improve acne and they are not related to weight gain.

Answered 11/3/2016

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