23/08/2019

Desogestrel

Progesterone only / Mini pill

 3/5

About the reviewer

Age

26-30

Time used

6 - 12 months

Had children

Height

5'5"/165cm

Weight

100kg - 105kg / 15st 10lb - 16st 7lb

Currently using

Yes I'm using it currently

Experience

more sweating and more discharge/cramps but my periods stopped. back pain has been fairly consistent but it really only lasts like a few days a month. I noticed that my mood was much better on this pill since there is no oestrogen.

Impact whilst taking

Mood

Somewhat negatively

Weight

No change

Periods

Stopped periods

Sex drive

No change

Side effects whilst taking

Migraines

Headaches

Aura symptoms

Dizziness

Increased sweating

Back pain

Spots or acne

Latex allergy

Tender breasts

Vaginal discharge

Womb cramps

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