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To want a miracle contraception?

37 replies

Thegiantofillinois · 27/07/2017 13:16

Been happily on logynon/triregol for years, but I've finally admitted my aura migraines to the nurse and she's put me on cerazelle instead. The fact that both microgynon and micronor (after dc) made me depressed cut no ice and she said I could try the sexual health clinic to see if they had any better ideas.

I have now googled cerazelle and am shitting myself. I never, ever want to feel like I did after having dc2, but the internet seems to imply that it's inevitable. Aibu to think that after 50 odd years this should not be something we have to gamble just not to get pregnant? And yes, dh will definitely be getting the snip.

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Camomila · 27/07/2017 14:12

There is now a contraception app Shock

As far as I figure it it seems to be the opposite of using temp to chart when you ovulate.

I might try it (but if I got pregnant I'd just be a bit miffed at a smaller than ideal dc gap rather than full on disaster/panic)

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Thegiantofillinois · 27/07/2017 14:18

I've seen that, but as I've been on the pill since 17 and had cycles from 22 to 60 days i won't trust it! I will not ever, ever have another child if I can help it.

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WineAndTiramisu · 27/07/2017 14:23

Mirena coil? Mine was fantastic!

Piratesandpants · 27/07/2017 14:24

Vasectomy - brilliant.

CryptoFascist · 27/07/2017 14:27

Copper coil for me - no hormonal nightmare, no weight gain, no headaches. Periods were heavier for the first year and I had a heavier discharge but all normal now.

KimmySchmidt1 · 27/07/2017 14:28

Mirena coil - utterly problem free, no period, no hormone changes, no side effects, insertion/removal once every 5 years... thats it.

dementedpixie · 27/07/2017 14:29

Cerazette has a different hormone in it than the other pills you have mentioned so may not have the same reaction as before. You could try it and stop it if you start to feel bad. Cerazette stops my period. I have had the mirena coil but now have to go under anaesthetic to get it removed as the strings are not visible any more. Think i will stick to the pill!

StumpyScot92 · 27/07/2017 14:29

Try not dwell too much on what you read online regarding side effects. While its always possible, the only people who will write online are people who suffer. No one takes the pill and thinks 'oh hey, I've had no bad side effects, I ought to tell people'.

I have tried everything over the years to help with my endometriosis. Various pills, mirena coil twice (both times my body rejected after a year which is unheard of... once the natural route, once it went walkabout in my abdomen), dep jag - gave me killer migraines etc.

I finally ended up on cerazette (not sure if its the same as your cerazelle) and while it was awful for a few of my friends it was my personal miracle (we wont talk about the fact I'm currently pregnant and fell pregnant whilst taking it mind you... hah..)

Everyone reacts differently, best thing is to try it with an open mind and know there's other options if it doesn't work.

Good luck :)

user1471456357 · 27/07/2017 14:31

Get a copper coil, it's almost a miracle Grin

SecretFreebirther · 27/07/2017 14:38

Copper coil plus diaphragm. Definitely no more babies here!

SecretFreebirther · 27/07/2017 14:39

And no artificial hormones

EastDulwichWife · 27/07/2017 14:39

Mirena coil. I'm on the second one and have had it for 8 years. No weight gain, no PMT, no periods. We're going to start TTC again soon and fertility returns to normal as soon as it's out. I LOVE it.

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Thegiantofillinois · 27/07/2017 14:39

Cerelle is the cheaper version and that's the one with horror stories. I get that it's a bit like trip advisor, but does chime with my earlier experiences which makes me think I'm susceptible.

Snip still means i need contraceptive for a bit though.

Heard lots of coil issues too- hence wanting a magic cure.

I just don't want to lose any more of life to hormone induced issues while i get the right method. Fucking migraines.

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thedevilinablackdress · 27/07/2017 14:40

I have the nexplanon implant, previously had several implanons (the older version). I was recommended the implant after being on the pill for years due to my aura migraines.

Would the implant be an option for you OP?

CryptoFascist · 27/07/2017 14:41

I'd give the coil a go if I were you, if you don't like it you can have it removed.

Tazerface · 27/07/2017 14:44

Why not condoms until your husband has the all clear? You get an adverse effect from hormones, you shouldn't need to put your mental health at risk (not to mention whatever the risk is of migraines - is it high blood pressure? Can't remember)

I had babies, then the mirena which I bled almost continuously the whole time I had it. Contraception is now DHs responsibility, we use condoms which actually are extremely effective if used properly.

He gets the snip in September.

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Thegiantofillinois · 27/07/2017 14:48

Really don't fancy the implant. I'm yet to meet anyone who didn't put weight on with that.

I'm going to have to start cerelle as I've finished the last batch of other pills and am holiday next week. Does the coil give regular periods? I v e never had a regular period in my life (apart from the pill). But then, I worry how badly pmt will affect me. still wondering whether i should hhave taken my chances with the migraines.

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Ollivander84 · 27/07/2017 18:26

Copper coil here after years on the pill. Wish I had done it sooner! On my second one and I forget I have it TBH

QuirstThenching · 27/07/2017 18:34

I use Cerelle, no issues, no periods, no babies. Smile

Aquamarine1029 · 27/07/2017 18:41

I got my tubes tied. Best decision ever.

Hedgehog80 · 27/07/2017 18:44

How does the copper coil work then? If it has no hormones ?

Flisspaps · 27/07/2017 18:56

If you're done having children, I recommend sterilisation.

I had laparoscopic sterilisation last year, fucking brilliant. Had it done on a Thursday, walked the DC to school on Friday, back at work on the Monday.

I'd sooner that than DH have the snip, we split up and I potentially found myself back at square one with contraception.

Mummyoftwo91 · 27/07/2017 19:10

I'm on cerelle because of aura migraines used to be on the injection which I loved but was told because of aura migraines it increased my chance of a stroke my 50%, no thanks! I've had no problems on cerelle maybe give it a try and see how u go

MotherofPearl · 27/07/2017 19:13

I agree there should be better options OP. I'm in much the same boat. I know lots of people swear by Mirena but when I had one it 'migrated' from its original site and so when I wanted it removed they couldn't find it and I had to have a scan to track it down! Hmm
Wouldn't have one again after that.

LazySusan11 · 27/07/2017 19:32

I have been using 'Daysy' for the last 8 months and so far so good!