[Serious] Can we talk about birth control?

[Anonymous]

I’m in my twenties and I still haven’t been on birth control yet. Sex and everything around it isn’t something that is discussed in my family.

I never had a boyfriend and hookups are not my thing. I was never comfortable enough to go see my family doctor about birth control: she’s a professional but she’s a family friend and she’s not the best doctor in town let’s say — she has the habit to always prescribe the same medication so I don’t ‘’trust’’ her that much for something as important as hormonal drugs.

I have bad menstruation. I am always in such an intense pain that I can barely move for the first day at least. I have tried different things (teas, etc.) but it never seem to work effectively. I also have bad pimples but not acne (and not just when it’s my menstruation time).

All in all, I think birth control may help me a bit for my mentruation and I also think it would be a good time to start (for my sexual and overall health). I have read some scary stories. I also know you sometimes have to try a few different kinds/brands before finding the one that’s best suited for you, but honestly the negative symptoms affraid me.

So, what is/was your experience with birth control? Do you take pills? How about birth control shots?

Thank you all in advanced!

[Clo917]

My regular doctor wouldn't prescribe me birth control, I'm not sure how your doctor is, but you'll probably be better off going to an OB/GYN for it. My experience taking the pill wasn't great. I went on it for a hormone imbalance and because I also had awful pain, but it just caused me more pain, messed with my mental state and made me throw up every time I took it, so I stopped taking it. There are dozens of brands out there though, and I have female family members who take the pill without any issue, so don't let my experience turn you off from it, it affects everyone differently.

[I_smell_Ducky]

Not an expert myself by any means. I just have them use condoms. But I do know that some of them can have an effect on hormones. And I can point you in the direction of an actual professional.

https://youtu.be/xf1KlQ-Pdvg

[jackmcmillin83]

Awesome post dude. If you are on the pill then you should be fine.. smart move with that by the way. But get him to use an antibacterial penis health creme if you are going to have unprotected sex... this will keep you clear of rashes and other irritations cause by his bacteria. I use one and my girlfriend really appreciates it.. leads to better sex for sure. You can get a creme like this online.

[thebigc]

I'm not on birth control but I'm fairly knowledgeable. I'd recommend going to an obgyn for that. They will be able to find a good solution that both alleviates your symptoms and prevents accidental pregnancy. I'd really recommend it because I have had friends with polycystic ovary syndrome and medical treatment really helped.

[johndugan1217]

It is really up to the individual. But safe sex is the best sex so make sure to use condoms and/ or other forms of birth control. And controlling a bacteria transfer is key too.. so all guys should use an antibacterial penis health creme once a day for improved hygiene down there. I use one and it helps a lot. Cheers.