Which Birth Control Pill Reduces PMS?

May 14, 2009

Filed under: Birth Control Pill, PMD, PMDD, Uncategorized, Yaz, estrogen, oral contraceptive, progestin — Amanda @ 5:20 pm

Those who suffer with severe PMS, (premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)) or just plain old mild PMS know how much of a pain in the butt it can be. Some of you may find yourself in severe pain and exhaustion locked in your room for days; while others will be more courageous and step into civilization… turning the friendly greeting from your neighbor into a scene from the Texas Chainsaw Massacre.

What is PMDD?

PMDD is a severe form of PMS. Only 5% of women suffer from PMDD, and although it is not very common, some of us have “in-between” cases of PMS and PMDD that continue to affect the way we live.

Symptoms of PMDD include:

Feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or worthlessness
Anxiety or tension
Unstable mood and frequent crying
Persistent irritability causing conflict in relationships
Loss of interest in usual activities or relationships
Lack of concentration
Lack of energy
Changes in appetite, possibly including cravings or binge eating
Sleeping too much or too little
Feeling out of control
Physical symptoms including breast tenderness, breast swelling, headache, joint/muscle aches, bloating, and weight gain.

However severe your PMS symptoms are, there is a safe and convenient way to treat it.

So what exactly is this miracle medicine that is capable of taming the premenstrual beast in you? It’s Yaz. Yaz oral contraceptives are the only birth control pills that will treat cases of PMDD. This has been proven by the FDA, when a study showed that women taking Yaz reduced their PMS symptoms by at least 50%. Wow. That would also mean, if you took Yaz, you would have less arguments with mothers, sisters, significant others – and anyone else that gets in your way!

Yaz birth control pills contain levels of the female hormones estrogen and progestin. Together, these hormones exist in harmony and balance the natural processes of the female body. Dr. Andrea Rapkin, professor of obstetrics and gynecology at UCLA’s David Geffen School of Medicine, states: “Like other birth control pills, Yaz contains the female hormones estrogen and progestin. Unlike other versions of the pill, Yaz uses a form of progestin that has unique properties. This, plus its 24-day dosing regimen, may help account for its positive effect on PMDD” These hormones, when working together stimulate the bloodstream, the heart, and the brain. This means, that stressed-out organs can finally relax when a balanced dose of the hormones are present.

For those who are already using a prescribed contraceptive, yet continue to suffer from PMDD or PMS, consider trying Yaz and consult your doctor.

“For my PMDD patients who need a treatment to reduce their symptoms — as well as a safe and effective contraception to prevent pregnancy — YAZ is an important option that can meet both of their health care needs in a single pill” – Dr. Andrea Rapkin

It’s okay if you aren’t currently taking birth control pills, or if you aren’t sexually active. Yaz has lots of other attributes that you can benefit from. Yaz can help you deal with PMS, heavy periods, acne, irregular periods, cramps, and despite what rumors you have heard about birth control pills, it will NOT make you gain weight! Yaz is a low-does pill that will have no negative effects on your metabolism, weight-gaining abilities, or water retention. If you are interested in using Yaz birth control to treat PMDD or for other purposes, speak with your healthcare provider.

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May 13, 2009

New Male Contraceptive as Reliable as Condoms

Filed under: Uncategorized, birth control, contraceptive, male contraceptive — John @ 5:31 pm

Though condoms are said to be roughly 98 percent effective if used properly and consistently, many men know that things can go wrong, and the condom may fail. Be this by breaking or the condom slipping off, the effectiveness in the “real world” isn’t as high as many manufacturers would have you believe. Some men try to use the “withdrawal” tactic, where the man attempt to pull out before ejaculating. This is one of those things that you should NOT do. Additionally, there is the option for the man to have a vasectomy, but many men can’t bring themselves to “take the plunge” so to speak.

However, now there may be another option for men that would allow them to take on part of the responsibilities of birth control. Chinese researches tested a male contraceptive shot, which is injected monthly into the buttocks. The contraceptive, which is a form of testosterone, temporarily blocks sperm production. The study found that the contraceptive was 99 percent effective, and only had a failure rate of only 1.1 per 100 men.

Additionally, the contraceptive shot is convenient. The shot is administered once a month, but then saves the awkward, last minute fumbling in the dark trying to find and put on a condom. Males and females alike can definitely appreciate this.

The best thing about the shot may be the fact that it is only a temporary birth control and after 6 months of stopping injections, all but two of the 1045 men tested

had their reproductive function return to normal range.

The most difficult obstacle to pass for men is trying to get their significant other to trust them to have their shot. Even though many men are very willing to take this contraceptive shot, many women are doubtful that these men will be motivated enough to go and receive a shot every month. Either way, you may need to wait some time for this new form of birth control to hit the market, due to the need for long-term testing. When this product finally does emerge onto the open market it will be interesting to see what the response is.

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