12/06/2019

Desogestrel

Progesterone only / Mini pill

 3/5

About the reviewer

Age

26-30

Time used

3 - 6 months

Had children

Height

5'9"/175cm

Weight

55kg - 60kg / 8st 9lb - 9st 6lb

Currently using

Yes I'm using it currently

Experience

It’s still early days so I am hoping things will settle but I’ve basically had a three month period since I started and boobs so sore I can’t run even with a sports bra! Otherwise though have had no significant side effects and am going to stick it out.

Impact whilst taking

Mood

I can't tell

Weight

No change

Periods

Irregular periods

Sex drive

No change

Side effects whilst taking

Headaches

Migraines

Aura symptoms

Dizziness

Tender breasts

Increased body hair

Enlarged breasts

Spots or acne

Increased sweating

Womb cramps

Vaginal discharge

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