Hi, I've read these post for several days now. And I thought it might be time to post my experience. 5months ago I started junel and had awful mood swings , terrible cramps and periods lasting up to 9 days. I stopped my bc for a month. I went back to my NP and told her what happened and I was started on Kariva. I took it for 3months. I started having horrible acne, and I never have acne. My periods were long and still cramping terrible. My normal cycle is very few cramps normally lasting 4-5 days. When I started my 3rd pack of kariva , I started my period almost 2weeks early, it lasted 10days and I had spotting 2 days after. During that time I started having really bad anxiety and depression. Like I think I'm loosing my mind anxiety, it's debilitating . I stopped my birth control soon after and have been off it for a week. My anxiety is not as bad but I've started to have OCD tendencies and irrational fears with anxiety. I've had these issues before but it's been under control for 4yrs now. It's worst when I'm around people, if that makes sense. 2weeks ago I was fine and now I don't even know who I am. I'm posting this because I need encouragement. I would never wish this upon anyone. I believe it's my hormones but guys I'm really scared. I'm afraid I'll loose my boyfriend or never come out of this . So if anyone is reading this please, I need help.
Check out the post "feeling depressed after stopping birth control" on here. There are literally hundreds of responses and it's still a fairly active thread.
You're not alone!! I'm almost 3 months off the pill after only being on it for 3 months and I'm still struggling with it.
It's not uncommon for women to experience changes in their mental health when they stop taking birth control pills. This can include symptoms of OCD and anxiety, as hormones can have a significant impact on mood and behavior.
If you're experiencing symptoms of OCD and anxiety after stopping birth control, there are several steps you can take:
- Talk to your healthcare provider: It's important to discuss any changes in your mental health with your healthcare provider. They can help you determine if your symptoms are related to stopping birth control or if there may be other underlying factors contributing to your symptoms. They can also provide you with recommendations for managing your symptoms, such as therapy or medication.
- Practice self-care: Taking care of yourself can help reduce symptoms of anxiety and OCD. This can include getting enough sleep, eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and engaging in activities you enjoy.
- Consider therapy: Therapy can be a helpful tool for managing symptoms of anxiety and OCD. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of therapy that is particularly effective for these conditions.
- Consider medication: In some cases, medication may be recommended to help manage symptoms of anxiety and OCD. Your healthcare provider can help determine if medication is right for you and provide you with options for treatment.
It's important to remember that you don't have to suffer in silence. With the right support and treatment, you can manage symptoms of OCD and anxiety and improve your overall well-being.
When have you quit taking BC?
All the best! :)