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[JasmineKelly]

Hi all, I'm a newbie being a para and a newbie on this site and I have a hard time really understanding this and finding new challenges as the days go on.

The question I have is that I know that some birth control pills are said to have blootd clots as a side effect and with us unable to move them, does that increase the risk?? Does anyone know? Has anyone tried any brand of pills with good/bad effects? I don't smoke so I know it will not be a factor for the blood clot. But I'm just really afraid cause that can lead to death! Eek!

I'm still new at this whole new body thing, and I don't want to have kids just yet until I know what's going on and need more planning too. My husband and I have not tried to "do it" yet after my injury, and I don't know when we will be ready. But I figure it would be nice to get some information beforehand so we know what we're dealing with.

Any suggestions, advise, past experiences will be greatly appreciated.

I hope it didn't sound like a stupid question, sorry if it did.

Thank you all
Kelly

[KimAndSophie]

 JasmineKelly, on Dec 27 2007, 04:09 AM, said:

Hi all, I'm a newbie being a para and a newbie on this site and I have a hard time really understanding this and finding new challenges as the days go on.

The question I have is that I know that some birth control pills are said to have blootd clots as a side effect and with us unable to move them, does that increase the risk?? Does anyone know? Has anyone tried any brand of pills with good/bad effects? I don't smoke so I know it will not be a factor for the blood clot. But I'm just really afraid cause that can lead to death! Eek!

I'm still new at this whole new body thing, and I don't want to have kids just yet until I know what's going on and need more planning too. My husband and I have not tried to "do it" yet after my injury, and I don't know when we will be ready. But I figure it would be nice to get some information beforehand so we know what we're dealing with.

Any suggestions, advise, past experiences will be greatly appreciated.

I hope it didn't sound like a stupid question, sorry if it did.

Thank you all
Kelly

I've used the Depo shot. One of the possible side effects of it is also blood clots, but as long as you mvoe about transfering etc. during the day and change positions at night you should be fine. If you go to your Dr. just mention it to them, and get their opinion on it, but it's similar to a long flight in some ways. As long as you move your legs around every so often you shouldn't have to worry about blood clots.

[Dancingdolphin]

Welcome to the site! Perhaps the Mirena coil would be a good option as it's localised, less hormones are needed..or a vagina ring?

Good luck

[alyssa]

i was on alesse. i got a blood clot, and i lived to tell the story.
your injury is lower than mine, so assuming you transfer yourself you'll be doing a lot more moving around than me...which is a good thing.

are you on any blood thinners?

[KimAndSophie]

 alyssa, on Dec 29 2007, 08:54 PM, said:

i was on alesse. i got a blood clot, and i lived to tell the story.
your injury is lower than mine, so assuming you transfer yourself you'll be doing a lot more moving around than me...which is a good thing.

are you on any blood thinners?

I was told by a few Dr's and nurses that Alesse is not a good option for anyone unless you are really tiny and active. I guess it has to do with the amount of hormones etc. in it.

[alyssa]

 KimAndSophie, on Dec 29 2007, 09:13 PM, said:

 alyssa, on Dec 29 2007, 08:54 PM, said:

i was on alesse. i got a blood clot, and i lived to tell the story.
your injury is lower than mine, so assuming you transfer yourself you'll be doing a lot more moving around than me...which is a good thing.

are you on any blood thinners?

I was told by a few Dr's and nurses that Alesse is not a good option for anyone unless you are really tiny and active. I guess it has to do with the amount of hormones etc. in it.

i went on it before my accident...when i was active, but yea there are many better options than alesse.

[JasmineKelly]

I was on Alesses once before my accident and it made me tired!! And it made me feel like I have arthritis all over my body, especially the days before my period came, so I don't think I would wanna go back on that anymore.

I was thinking of the NuvaRing. Anyone used that before? I know that you put it in, then take it out in 3 weeks, and then have your period and put a new one back after. Seems pretty simple. At least I don't have to remember to take the pill at a certain time each day. I have forgotten quite a few times when I was on the pill.

As for transfering, I still need help sometimes. Especially on my bad days when I feel like I have no energy in me. Maybe it's the MS acting up. But I try to transfer and do stuff my self. And if that helps keep the clots away, I will try and do more.

Any comments on NuvaRing??

Thanks,

Kelly

[Momto3chicks]

I was on birth control pills when I was 16 (I am now 33) I got a blood clot, mind you I was a smoker back then. My only option for birth control was an IUD. Even now the doctor's suggested birth control (I am much more active and don't smoke) but I get freaked out with every little pain in my leg.

Kelley

[kewlcatkez]

Hiya,

The thing to remember when looking at all the options of birth control, is that virtually all pose a risk of some sorts. Be it a higher risk of CVA ( stroke), Heart Attack, "Female" cancers, DVT ( deep vein thrombosis, PE ( clot in lung), or 'spotting'/hassles etc of Coils for example, the ingesting of hormones (most methods) or just the risk of 'failure' ( all the methods have some risk and) condoms fit into this category, along with 'caps'.

Also, even Sterilization has risks which exceed the 'finality' of it all. Withdrawal methods have the 'risk' of pregnancy, hence failing as a preventative measure. Natural Family Planning (such as 'Personna') where daily Temperatures are taken to Predict ovulation, and avoid it, can also fail un expectantly.

In my case the hormones methods ( pill,depo etc), coil included have an adverse affect on my dislocation, skin integrity, so many are excluded from my choice, much in the same way that someone who smokes and or has had a history of hypertension and stroke may with some methods. I was 'on' the pill for years before I could pinpoint it was destructive to me. In the early days of my using it, I asked a dr if it could be contributing to my symptoms but was poo poo'd. I have since got proof ( academic and anecdotal) that it was/is.

The key is to discuss the options - all of them, even the ones you aren't keen on at the moment, with someone who is an expert in that field. This could be a gynaecologist, family planning dr/nurse or GUM clinic etc.. Then make an informed decision based upon that. Other than abstaining, all the methods which are scientifically proven, safety checked and backed up have side effects. The trick is to pick the method where they "Benefits" for YOU, outweigh the "Possible, RISKS". That way YOu will probably feel a lot more in control and perhaps more comfy with your decision and the method you choose.
This is what a dr/Nurse/whoever dispenses the 'pill' etc, should be doing to ensure that you are happy when you initially try a method. Check ups are good times to briefly ask if you are ok, but obviously they wouldn't go through 'everything' ie all the methods at every check up!

I hope this helps,

Take care,

K

Edited by kewlcatkez, 07 January 2008 - 04:16 PM.

[Linda Crowford]

Majority of the combination birth control pills reported to be having serious side effects like blood clotting in legs, eyes and lungs and heart attack. If you are too afraid of blood clotting, you can go for low estrogen birth control pills like Ortho TriCyclen Lo. I do not advise to go for Ortho Evra patch, which is having high amount of estrogen. Please visit at mybirthcontrolstore.com to know the range of birth control pills and patches.

[ems]

i had my implanon implant taken out 5 months ago, it worked, and all I had to was go and have it put in my arm, never noticed it ( after a couple of days!), and then Ive just had it taken out, which was painless. I didnt get any periods for the 2 yrs I had it in, and my period started about ten days after having it out and i've been *regular* ever since that. I didn't get any side affects either. It was the perfect solution for me, as i dont like taking the pill, I didnt want to go to the doc every three months for an injection etc.

ems.