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How Birth Control Pills Work? Pros and Cons

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What is the most common birth control pill?
Birth control pills contain synthetic hormones that are just like the hormones naturally produced in a woman's body. The two most common types of pills are the minipill and the combination pill. The minipill contains just one hormone, progestin. The pill contains two hormones, estrogen and progestin

Do birth control pills really work?
The birth control pill is a safe and effective method of birth control. Most young women who take the Pill have none to very few side effects. The side effects that some women have while on the Pill include: irregular menstrual bleeding (more common with the mini-pill)

Can you get pregnant on birth control pills?
Yes. Although birth control pills have a high success rate, they can fail and you can get pregnant while on the pill. Certain factors increase your risk of getting pregnant, even if you're on birth control. Keep these factors in mind if you're sexually active and want to prevent an unplanned pregnancy.

Do I need condoms if she's on the pill?
Remember, the pill doesn't protect against HIV or other sexually transmitted diseases, so you need to continue to use condoms every time you have sex, especially with new partners, to stay safe


Does birth control make your boobs bigger?
The hormones found in birth control pills are synthetic forms of hormones that naturally occur in your body. When taking these pills, the level of hormones in your body increase. At these increased levels, these hormones can generate changes in your body, such as a temporary increase in breast size or weight gain.

Can I start the pill anytime?
You can start taking birth control pills as soon as you get them — any day of the week, and anytime during your menstrual cycle. But when you'll be protected from pregnancy depends on when you start and the kind of pill you're using. You may need to use a backup birth control method (like condoms) for up to 7 days.


Can you get pregnant on the pill if he doesn't pull out?
The pill works by preventing ovulation, which means that there's no egg for sperm to fertilize if it gets inside your vagina. So to answer your question, if you're on the pill, you're protected from pregnancy, even if semen gets in your vagina.

How many pills do you have to miss to get pregnant?
You could become pregnant if you have sex in the 7 days after you miss two pills. You must use a back-up method (such as a condom) if you have sex during the first 7 days after you restart your pills. Do NOT take the missed pills. Keep taking one pill every day until you have completed the pack.

Are There Side Effects of Birth Control Pills?
Nausea.
Sore or swollen breasts.
Small amounts of blood, or spotting, between periods.
Lighter periods.
Mood changes.
Mild headache.

What are the most common side effects of birth control?
Common birth control pill side effects
Intermenstrual spotting.
Nausea.
Breast tenderness.
Headaches.
Weight gain.
Mood change.
Missed periods.
Decreased libido.

How long does it take for birth control side effects to kick in?
It can take two to three months for your body to adjust to the hormones in a new birth control pill (or other form or hormonal birth control like the patch or shot), and that can mean side effects like acne or weight gain (though this is usually water retention, not extra fat).


What is the healthiest birth control?
The kinds of birth control that work the best to prevent pregnancy are the implant and IUDs — they're also the most convenient to use, and the most foolproof. Other birth control methods, like the pill, ring, patch, and shot, are also really good at preventing pregnancy if you use them perfectly.


Can birth control make you infertile?
Although hormonal contraceptives don't have any lasting effect on fertility, other factors do. We know that women have a finite number of eggs and that the number and quality of these diminish with age. Therefore, if you stop using contraception at 30 you have a much higher chance of conceiving than if you stop at 35


How does the pill affect your period?
The hormones in birth control pills don't remain in your system. Most women start periods again a few weeks after they stop using the pill. However, if your periods were infrequent before you started taking the pill, they will likely be that way again after you stop the pill.

How long does birth control pill stay in your system?
Anytime a woman uses birth control to manipulate ovulation, menstruation is also affected. Stopping birth control can affect menstruation in different ways. Each woman is different, but for most the medication should be out of your system within 3-7 days.