[switzgirl]

Has anyone had any problems like this when taking off their patch? I've been off it about 1 week now and I'm so light-headed,my whole body hurts,the worst cramps! My vision is sort of blurry at times too.

[Guest]

It can happen. Its because your body has to adjust to not having those hormones.

[AmberD]

It can happen. Its because your body has to adjust to not having those hormones.

I agree. I was the complete opposite. When I got off of the patch I felt much better. The patch gave me the worst headaches, and right after I stopped it, the headaches stopped. If it bothers you too bad you should call the doctor that prescribed it to you and see what the side effects are. Anything helps.

[alibaby]

Has anyone had any problems like this when taking off their patch? I've been off it about 1 week now and I'm so light-headed,my whole body hurts,the worst cramps! My vision is sort of blurry at times too.

I, too, had the some of the same symptoms that you describe when I was on the patch, but as soon as I got off it, they went away. I've heard about 'withdrawal symptoms' related to stopping hormonal birth control, maybe that's what you're experiencing? Check with your gyn.