Patch and lighter periods
How our community feel patch has affected their periods
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
31%
No change
22%
13%
11%
6%
Don't know
6%
Out of the 102 reviews for patch, 32 people (31%) reported lighter periods.
Reviewers that reported lighter periods as a side effect
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
Used for 6 - 12 mo
22 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 5th Jun 24
This has been the best contraception I've ever used. I have had no side effects and would recommend this to anyone who struggles with the pill or with typically reacts poorly to oestrogen.
Improved skin
1 more effect
0 helpful
0 comments
Used for 12 - 18 mo
22 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 26th May 24
After years of fighting with GPs about my period concerns and being put on and off different contraceptions that my body reacted horribly to, I decided to go private and do my research into what could be a possible solution. The girls at The Lowdown have been so helpful throughout the year and a bit that i’ve been with them. The website is so easy and efficient in helping you choose what’s best for your body, and if you have any further questions the girls are quick to respond through emails and whatsapp. I decided a little over a year ago that I’d make the change to go on the Evra patch. After years of different pills not working with my body or making things worse, I was desperate for a solution that was easy but was still in my control (a non intrusive method). The patch has been a life saver and within 3/4 months my periods were at the same time every month, shorter, lighter and less painful. I’m sure it won’t work for everyone but it works great for me, and i’d much rather pay for the product and the service The Lowdown provides, than spend one more minute arguing with my GP.
Very positive mood
1 more effect
1 helpful
0 comments
Used for 6 - 12 mo
44 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 22nd May 24
I have noticed I am feeling a lot hotter than normal and my vigina has become dry. I was becoming worried
Somewhat negative mood
2 more effects
0 helpful
0 comments
Patch common side effects
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
50% of patch reviewers reported breast enlargement
49% of patch reviewers reported tender breasts
39% of patch reviewers reported period like cramps
33% of patch reviewers reported nausea or vomiting
33% of patch reviewers reported vaginal discharge