YAZ or the depo shot?

Question

I'm going to the gyno next month to be put on birth control..not only to prevent pregnancy but also to help my periods..I am thinking of either going on YAZ (because I get very irritable on my periods) or the depo shot..I was just looking to find a little more info on both.and if anyone has used either..pros and cons?? THANKS!!!

Answer 1

My 15 year old daughter has been on birth control for 3 years because her periods were so bad she would miss school - cramps mostly.  She also has some pretty bad acne, too.

She tried Yaz a couple of months ago and it has been great.  Her skin is better and her cramps are more like normal cramps - a pain that can be contolled with regular medicines like Tylenol.  Her moods are better, too.

It is expensive, though, because it is not covered by many insurance plans (between $50 and $60 a month).

Answer 2

One of my friends is on yasmin, its totally cleared up her acne but she has put on alot of weight.... and i mean alot. Like, 20 kilograms in 8 months.

I have had the deposhot, i really didn't like it. It made me feel sick all the time, my period came every 2 weeks, and i was more irritable than before.

I personally suggest looking at implanon implant, http://health.ninemsn.com.au/article.asp...

That is a site with a quick overview of it for you.

I have the implanon, have had for a year. I don't get periods at all, its great.

Also, one quick needle instead of one every 3 months into the bum.I know which one I'd be going for.

Good luck!

Answer 3

Unfortunately I don't have any experience with YAZ, but I've been on Depo for over a year and absolutely love it. I recommend it to any friends who are looking to switch their BC.

Benefits I like:

1. Extremely low-maintenance. Go in once every 3 months, and you're done.

2. Cheapest BC option that I've found

3. No estrogen. (Studies show it causes heart problems/strokes)

4. It has dramatically lightened my period

I did not gain weight, nor does it cause mood swings. (I do feel a little off (emotional) for a day or two after the injection, but this was easy to deal with once I recognized it.)