Evra patch and periods to stop

I started using the Evra patch for my hormones. Before, I experienced frequent shifts in emotions within just a few minutes, including crying for no particular reason and then feeling fine 10 seconds later. I was advised to wear the patch continuously. Once I began, I found my symptoms were not too severe; they included back pain and cramps, some spotting, feeling nauseous but vomiting a few times a month during the first few months. I have now been on the patch continuously for six months, and I no longer experience any symptoms. My mood can sometimes drop randomly, but overall, I have no regrets about starting the patch.

I’ve tried sooo many contraceptions and this is the first one I’ve tried with very minimal side effects. My moods have been very stable, I have less PMS symptoms, my weight hasn’t changed and my sex drive hasn’t changed. When I want to hide the patch I just apply it to my lower belly where my undies would sit so that aspect is not a problem either.

I was prescribed the Patch by a Gynaecologist to help treat pelvic/cervical pain. He refused to do any of the checks required (weight/height/blood pressure). He also gave no information on side effects. If he had done any checks, he’d have worked out i have an obese BMI, which puts me in the at risk category (I was unaware of this before using it). After 2-3 weeks of using it, I suffered a sudden “thunderclap” headache, and was later diagnosed with multiple blood clots in the brain. Blood clots are a huge side effect of the patch, and it’s barely mentioned!