I've been on the pill since I was 16/17 (health reasons) and only went off when we decided to start a family. I can tell you that I NEVER believed that women had cramps that would prevent them from working. The first period I had after starting the pill was so bad I seriously wanted someone to take me to the ER. I was convinced something was wrong.
I can tell you though it did get better, and I have even switched pills and there is little to no difference between now and before I started them... oh, yeah, I don't have periods. It's great. Apparently, after you've been on them awhile it's not uncommon for periods to stop (which isn't unhealthy according to my doc) and I even take my pills continuously. Occasionally I'll have a period, it's usually light, but otherwise, nothing.
I would give it another round and if the pain is worse or at least not better, I'd call your doc. You can go on a lower hormone, achieve the same results, and it might be easier on your system. Also, don't freak out if you have a period in the middle of the month. Sometimes you'll spot a bit before your body adjusts.
I can tell you though it did get better, and I have even switched pills and there is little to no difference between now and before I started them... oh, yeah, I don't have periods. It's great. Apparently, after you've been on them awhile it's not uncommon for periods to stop (which isn't unhealthy according to my doc) and I even take my pills continuously. Occasionally I'll have a period, it's usually light, but otherwise, nothing.
I would give it another round and if the pain is worse or at least not better, I'd call your doc. You can go on a lower hormone, achieve the same results, and it might be easier on your system. Also, don't freak out if you have a period in the middle of the month. Sometimes you'll spot a bit before your body adjusts.
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