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A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Reading, PA

As anyone noticed if birth control has made fibro worse or not.

I'm on the pill which is working but ive read that birth control could effect fibro.
I am also getting to the age that they won't want to give me the pill cause the chances of having a stroke go up.
Has anyone tried other kinds.

September 12, 2016
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Members shared varied experiences when discussing whether birth control affects fibromyalgia, with one person noting that hormonal... Read more

Members shared varied experiences when discussing whether birth control affects fibromyalgia, with one person noting that hormonal contraception definitively made their symptoms worse, while another found it helpful but acknowledged the difficulty of determining what triggers fibro pain. Several members suggested practical alternatives to the pill, including IUDs, tubal ligation, vasectomy for partners, and condoms, with some sharing personal stories of hysterectomies or getting their tubes tied at a young age. A recurring theme was the challenge of balancing reproductive choices with chronic illness management and the emotional complexity of making permanent decisions about family planning.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I clearly was trying to make u feel better. I hope I was not insensitive. I had it bad. I had a nova sure to beginning... then later I had to have a hysterectomy by 40. I so love kids and wanted more. I seriously grieve some days. Hugs

September 12, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I've also read that birth control pills can effect fibro but wouldn't it be ur hormones that causing ur pain and not the pill...They have helped me (no kids yet) but it's hard to determine what's causing what nowadays wit this fibro....😊😊

September 14, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Well if you're not planning on anymore children a tubal is definitely a good choice, if you're married you could always ask the hubby to get a vasectomy, they can do that right In the dr office......men cringe t that idea but it's an easier procedure and cheaper than a woman getting a tubal.

September 12, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Definitely makes everything g worse for me. It's bad news for Fibro peeps

October 21, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

How about condoms?? I know there are more ways out there but I had a hysterectomy a long time ago so I don't keep up with those things. Talk to doctor or a Planned Parenthood site.or open the phone book to see what is available in the yellow pages.

September 12, 2016

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