I'm not sure if this is the correct forum, since I'm going to touch on a few things... bear with me.
I was on birth control for about two years (seasonique) and recently stopped taking it about a month ago. Since then, I've had unprotected sex and gained seven pounds. I have near constant headaches, and my stomach is bothering me. I took a pregnancy test last week, but it was negative. I then read on the box yesterday that it's only 99% accurate if taken AFTER the missed period, not before. My period is due within a week (assuming it comes after exactly 28 days), but my period before taking birth control was always erratic, so I actually have no idea when my period is coming. Before taking the pill, it occurred as normally as four weeks, and as off-beat as seven weeks. This is my first time going off my birth control, so I don't know if it will revert back to being erratic, or it it will have leveled off.
I just want to know if the symptoms I'm having sound more like the weight gain and hormonal change associated with getting off the pill, or if it's more likely that the symptoms mean pregnancy. As far as I know, it could be either.
My period hasn't come. I've taken a pregnancy test, but it's negative. I'm still having cramps and feel sick to my stomach sometimes.
I would go to a gyn, but every time I go, I have horrific panic attacks. I can't go alone, and the only people that will go with me are the ones I would need to hide the possible pregnancy from. My mom is pro-life and would give me h*** for the abortion I'd need, and my boyfriend doesn't need the added stress of that possibility on his hands right now, especially if it turns out positive (even though we both agreed to abort at this point should that ever happen).
Does anyone know anything about this kind of thing?
Why did you get off birth control if you don't want to concieve, then have unprotected sex? I'd suggest at least using a condom in the future to avoid unwanted pregnancies. I would say take another test in a few days, if it's negative, then you are probably experiencing side effects from coming off your birth control. If you really do feel you are pregnant, though, you need to see a doctor to get a definite answer. Some women can get negative HPT results throughout most of their pregnancy. . .so your best bet is for sure seeing your doctor. Just have your bf go with you, because if it is positive, he's going to find out either way, right?
Fist off I agree that you should go see your doctor and take your boyfriend or go alone. You are stressed right? You both did the deed and he knows how much you are stressing right? Take him, suck it up and just go. Sorry if that sounds harsh. As for getting an abortion that is some thing that is personal to both of you. We don't know why you went off the BC, or what your life looks like so we can not judge you. However, I would strongly caution you not to use abortion as a form of BC and remember that using BC shows maturity and the readiness for sex. Sex if fun and enjoyable but when it is irresponsibly used it becomes dangerous for all players involved.
My father recently lost his job, and I'm still on his insurance. Because of this, we had problems continuing the coverage, and as a result, my birth control pills weren't paid for, and therefore not mailed to me. By the time it was straightened out and I got my next pack, I had already been off the pills for about a week. At the time, it was recommended to me that I wait for my next period and start again after it. That next period hasn't come yet.
I guess if I don't get my period by Monday I'll take another test and go from there... maybe a doctor visit by the end of the month.
My guess is you're not pregnant. I don't think weight gain is a common symptom only a few weeks into pregnancy. And considering you've taken two tests and they're both negative. If you have gone through a cycle (lets just say 4-5 full weeks since the unprotected sex, and your tests are negative, chances are you are not pregnant.
It is important as an adult to have a "back up plan". That back up plan should either consist of abstinence during the unprotected period or condoms. In the meantime, the back up plan should include calling the doctor and explaining the situation, often times they will give you free samples to keep you going until your insurance gets straightened out. If they won't, local health departments often give birth control to the uninsured for free or at very little cost. There are always options. And, put some responsibility on your bf, he should be buying and using condoms too.
It's not uncommon for your body to do strange things when you go off the pill. It takes your body time to adjust to not having the artificial hormones. Skipping periods, having too many periods, spotting, weight gain/loss, acne, etc...all of that is pretty normal. And I'm sure the stress of worrying about pregnancy isn't helping Aunt Flow make her appearance. There were several times in my younger years that I'd miss a period, be late and take a preg. test and then be so relieved when it would be negative....then would start the next day!
Your body = your responsibility. If going to the doctor is the only thing that will ease your mind, then go. The anxiety may be rough, but you'll get past it. Ask him/her if you can get some samples or extra prescription or something to keep as backup (if you ever run out and can't get them again).
Oh, PS. I just looked because I remembered a previous post where you discuss your bf not ejaculating during sex. See.....even more reason to think you're not preggo!
Yea... I considered him not ejaculating reason to believe I'm not pregnant, but I've read about pre-ejaculatory fluids and stuff and how "it's always possible".
If this happens again I would strongly advise you to go see a Doctor. I understand your situation and (at least here) there are places you may go that will have little or no cost to you. Remember your body is your friend. It is the best friend you will ever have. Every part of it is special, just because you don't see it every day when you look in the mirror, or because no one or very few people have ever seen it doesn't mean that it is less important. If this was your eyes and you were unable to see or focus for two moths would you go get it checked? Hug yourself because self love is very important...Oh and I am glad you are not stressing anymore and all has worked out for you.
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