Posted by Anna laura on November 20, 2001, at 2:17:37
In reply to Depression and Borth Control Pills, posted by Erinchita on November 19, 2001, at 20:34:56
> Hi...I have never been diagnosed with any sort of mental disorder. I have recently (over the last few weeks) noticed that I have become quite depressed. I can't think of any circumstance in my life that may be causing this, except that I began taking birth control pills again (Lo-Estrin), about 2 months ago. I had taken them before and I remember having major mood swings during the first month, but nothing as severe as this. I have my first appointment with a psychologist on Wednesday, thank god.
> But I was just wondering if anyone has experienced severe depression as a side-effect of taking oral contraceptives? I feel like I can't do anything. I have no energy, a simple task is like such a chore to me. I am irritable, and I have been staying in my room at school all day long. I have been neglecting my studies. I have ridiculous paranoia within my relationship with my boyfriend. I really dont know what happened to me.
> If anyone has any input, please respond. Thanks =)
Hi ErinchitaPlease be careful: hormones can definetely cause depression, especially the pill.
A friend of mine got seriously depressed because of the pill years ago.
It's a shame doctors won't talk about it: they're talking about how good is, talking about the advantages all the time and they rarely express caution about it. Please stop it immediately: it can be a serious harm.
Take vitamin B suplements to counteract depression: if it persists, i advice to see a pdoc and talk to him about it.
Very Important: remember that if you stop the pill the risk of getting pregnant it's quite high for the following month or so, so please take precautions.Take care
Anna Laura
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