Wed, Nov-19-03, 17:33
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Plan: LC Paleo/IF
Stats: 185/161/142
BF:All over
Progress: 56%
Location: Edmonton, AB, Canada
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Hi Angel..so glad CAD has been working great for you.
Well about the Birth Control Patch. I was thinking about it too when I first heard it came out. I just didn't want to take any more meds than necessary..I already take BP meds so didn't want hormones to mess me up.
Anyhow so far what I have read is that it has practically the same side effects as the pill does in some women.
"Many women may experience some fluid retention or water weight~ of 2-6 pounds when they first begin pills."
The Patch (Ortho Evra)
Advantages
·~~~~~~~ Easy to use
·~~~~~~~ Do not need to take a pill each day
·~~~~~~~ More regular, shorter periods
Disadvantages
·~~~~~~~ Skin reaction at the site of application is possible
·~~~~~~~ May not be as effective for women who weigh over 198 pounds
·~~~~~~~ May have similar side effects as the pill
~~~~~~~ (such as nausea, moodiness, headaches or weight gain/loss)
Well, it also read that you should consult with your Dr if you do have such side effects. In my opinion I believe your weight gain has to do more with water retention than lbs from 'fat', since you haven't changed your WOE or Exercise Routine. Maybe a different method of birth control will be better for ya. Lots of luck. 
Here is a link where other women have asked questions about their weight gain due to birth control pills. BCPills.
Last edited by Divina99 : Wed, Nov-19-03 at 17:45.
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