Pill Side Effects
Question
I have been taking tri-phasil for about 5 years – this month my doctor gave me tri-leven – is there a reason that I should feel a change in my body (ex. breast tenderness, moody)
Answer
The symptoms you mention are known side effects of oral contraceptives. A woman may experience these symptoms as well as others as a response to the introduction of these synthetic hormones into her system, upsetting her normal hormonal balance, and to any change in the dosage or type of pill prescribed.
I encourage you to look into natural family planning, which will provide you with the same level of effectiveness to avoid a pregnancy without the side effects or health concerns of hormonal contraceptives.
I encourage you to look into natural family planning, which will provide you with the same level of effectiveness to avoid a pregnancy without the side effects or health concerns of hormonal contraceptives.
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CANFP
CANFP unites under one umbrella all those who use, teach, and advocate for NFP, and our members are our strongest resource: the physicians who provide authentic women’s healthcare, the Practitioners and Certified Teachers of all the natural methods instructing couples in its use, the couples who use NFP and reflect its values in their families and communities, the clergy providing the spiritual formation and context, and the churches, dioceses, hospitals, and profile organizations who collaborate in providing access to these services throughout the state.
