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Uterine Fibroids, Prescribed Alessa, Heavy Periods, Anemic, Had IUD, Removed
Hi, I have uterine fibroids and my doctor prescribed alessa to help control my period. I have very heavy periods, and I am anemic. Just worried about taking birth control pills and their side effects. Had IUD (Mirena) for 2 yrs and removed it because I gained a lot of wight with it. Very worried about gaining more weight with the pill.
Fri, 11 Oct 2013
Hello
Thanks for your query.
Do not worry, as with the proper dosage of birth control, it is not necessary that you would gain weight.
Some women DO gain weight on birth control, and if you perceive a trend of weight gain, then you can stop it.
You can switchover to alternative agents to control menstrual bleeding.
Meanwhile, exercise and meaningful eating can definitely help you control your weight.
All the best.
Thanks for your query.
Do not worry, as with the proper dosage of birth control, it is not necessary that you would gain weight.
Some women DO gain weight on birth control, and if you perceive a trend of weight gain, then you can stop it.
You can switchover to alternative agents to control menstrual bleeding.
Meanwhile, exercise and meaningful eating can definitely help you control your weight.
All the best.
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