LC/depoprovera/TOM question
Question:
I know this has been addressed before. I did a deja search and found out that I’m not alone, but I still have a question. First, I’ve only had one depo shot and was scheduled to have another on Nov. 1st, but have decided to get the copperT IUD instead – so no more depo. What I’ve noticed since I started LCing, however, is that, whenever I’m in ketosis, Aunt Flo visits with a vengence – whenever I cheat, she goes away. So, the last five weeks have been a mostly constant Niagra Falls, with only a couple of breaks. And the last two weeks, since I haven’t cheated, have been non-stop. It’s getting annoying, obviously. What I’m wondering is, does anyone know if this will stop once depo wears off (and do you know when that’ll happen given I’ve only had one shot) or is this common even if you’re not on depo? I know LC diets can mess with hormones and that’s why it’s recommended for PCOS sufferers. Any info or similar experiences greatly appreciated. Melissa
Response:
Melissa, I recently read an article (November Cosmo ) which talks about using the pill month round- i.e. no periods. You skip the placebo pills and go straight to the next pack. This is apparently completely healthy, although some doctors suggest having a period every fourth month. I was considering an IUD as well, but figured I will try this first. The article suggests you confer with your OBGYN before trying this because a single dosage pill would be more appropriate than a tri dosage one, like triphasil. Apparently the only drawbacks are spotting in the first month or so and an inability to tell if you are pregnant. It also supposedly does away with hormonal issues of PMS. This is a BIG reason for me to try this as I am tired of being irrational, bitchy and crying at commercials. For anyones interest I will post my success with this method as it happens. I plan on starting next month. So this next week should be my last period!
– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I know this has been addressed before. I did a deja search and found out that I’m not alone, but I still have a question. First, I’ve only had one depo shot and was scheduled to have another on Nov. 1st, but have decided to get the copperT IUD instead – so no more depo. What I’ve noticed since I started LCing, however, is that, whenever I’m in ketosis, Aunt Flo visits with a vengence – whenever I cheat, she goes away. So, the last five weeks have been a mostly constant Niagra Falls, with only a couple of breaks. And the last two weeks, since I haven’t cheated, have been non-stop. It’s getting annoying, obviously. What I’m wondering is, does anyone know if this will stop once depo wears off (and do you know when that’ll happen given I’ve only had one shot) or is this common even if you’re not on depo? I know LC diets can mess with hormones and that’s why it’s recommended for PCOS sufferers. Any info or similar experiences greatly appreciated. Melissa
Response:
Beth I think I’ve heard about that. I wish I could take the pill. I’ve tried it before and I constantly forget to take it (having that problem with my vitamins on this WOL too). Depo’s just every three months and I figured I could handle that, but I think it’s really screwing with my weight loss, even after only one shot. I would have done the IUD instead, but my nurse practitioner told me it cost $800. Ouch! But I did a little research and found out it actually runs about $500 – just a little more at my doctor’s office, and I have that much saved up, so I’ll get out of depoprovera hell before I’m burned too badly. Just ticks me off that the last 5 weeks on this WOL haven’t been more productive. Good luck to you, though. But don’t let those pills *totally* wipe out the bitch in you. The world needs a few good bitches, just to keep it on its toes. Best wishes, Melissa
– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Melissa, I recently read an article (November Cosmo ) which talks about using the pill month round- i.e. no periods. You skip the placebo pills and go straight to the next pack. This is apparently completely healthy, although some doctors suggest having a period every fourth month. I was considering an IUD as well, but figured I will try this first. The article suggests you confer with your OBGYN before trying this because a single dosage pill would be more appropriate than a tri dosage one, like triphasil. Apparently the only drawbacks are spotting in the first month or so and an inability to tell if you are pregnant. It also supposedly does away with hormonal issues of PMS. This is a BIG reason for me to try this as I am tired of being irrational, bitchy and crying at commercials. For anyones interest I will post my success with this method as it happens. I plan on starting next month. So this next week should be my last period! I know this has been addressed before. I did a deja search and found out that I’m not alone, but I still have a question. First, I’ve only had one depo shot and was scheduled to have another on Nov. 1st, but have decided to get the copperT IUD instead – so no more depo. What I’ve noticed since I started LCing, however, is that, whenever I’m in ketosis, Aunt Flo visits with a vengence – whenever I cheat, she goes away. So, the last five weeks have been a mostly constant Niagra Falls, with only a couple of breaks. And the last two weeks, since I haven’t cheated, have been non-stop. It’s getting annoying, obviously. What I’m wondering is, does anyone know if this will stop once depo wears off (and do you know when that’ll happen given I’ve only had one shot) or is this common even if you’re not on depo? I know LC diets can mess with hormones and that’s why it’s recommended for PCOS sufferers. Any info or similar experiences greatly appreciated. Melissa
Response:
Oh, this is normal bitchiness, it just gets irrationally bitchy during PMS. So dont’ worry. I personally think IUD’s are outrageous, especially considering some people can’t use them (after spending 500$). Although a friend whom i did a website for told me I could have one for free, not sure if i want a friend doing anything in that area. The pill makes it very hard for me to lose weight – this i know, but the alternative would make me gain far more weight. Melissa, please let me know how the iud goes – perhaps I will reconsider! — -Beth BikeE FX, AT and rans gliss Anchorage, Alaska
– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Beth I think I’ve heard about that. I wish I could take the pill. I’ve tried it before and I constantly forget to take it (having that problem with my vitamins on this WOL too). Depo’s just every three months and I figured I could handle that, but I think it’s really screwing with my weight loss, even after only one shot. I would have done the IUD instead, but my nurse practitioner told me it cost $800. Ouch! But I did a little research and found out it actually runs about $500 – just a little more at my doctor’s office, and I have that much saved up, so I’ll get out of depoprovera hell before I’m burned too badly. Just ticks me off that the last 5 weeks on this WOL haven’t been more productive. Good luck to you, though. But don’t let those pills *totally* wipe out the bitch in you. The world needs a few good bitches, just to keep it on its toes. Best wishes, Melissa Melissa, I recently read an article (November Cosmo ) which talks about using the pill month round- i.e. no periods. You skip the placebo pills and go straight to the next pack. This is apparently completely healthy, although some doctors suggest having a period every fourth month. I was considering an IUD as well, but figured I will try this first. The article suggests you confer with your OBGYN before trying this because a single dosage pill would be more appropriate than a tri dosage one, like triphasil. Apparently the only drawbacks are spotting in the first month or so and an inability to tell if you are pregnant. It also supposedly does away with hormonal issues of PMS. This is a BIG reason for me to try this as I am tired of being irrational, bitchy and crying at commercials. For anyones interest I will post my success with this method as it happens. I plan on starting next month. So this next week should be my last period! I know this has been addressed before. I did a deja search and found out that I’m not alone, but I still have a question. First, I’ve only had one depo shot and was scheduled to have another on Nov. 1st, but have decided to get the copperT IUD instead – so no more depo. What I’ve noticed since I started LCing, however, is that, whenever I’m in ketosis, Aunt Flo visits with a vengence – whenever I cheat, she goes away. So, the last five weeks have been a mostly constant Niagra Falls, with only a couple of breaks. And the last two weeks, since I haven’t cheated, have been non-stop. It’s getting annoying, obviously. What I’m wondering is, does anyone know if this will stop once depo wears off (and do you know when that’ll happen given I’ve only had one shot) or is this common even if you’re not on depo? I know LC diets can mess with hormones and that’s why it’s recommended for PCOS sufferers. Any info or similar experiences greatly appreciated. Melissa
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