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Going off BC--what happens?
Hi ladies,
In an attempt to figure out what's been wrong with me in the last 6-9 months (mood swings, general malaise and lack of motivation), my bf and I are considering having me go off birth control for a month or two to see what happens. Has anyone done this before, and if so, what happens to the body when you do this? Is it even advisable to go off for a short time and then go back to it? Any experience/advice is welcome.
And what did you do to make SURE you wouldn't get pregnant? Obviously we'll continue using condoms or will even abstain during possible ovulation times... but I've never tried using other barrier methods, so will take suggestions if you have 'em.
As I've said before, I had mood swings and depression when I wasn't on BC, so it may be unrelated to the meds. But my mild depression has seemed more pronounced since I started the meds last May and I want to do all that I can to stop it.
Thanks.
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