Vaginal ring and lighter periods
Reviewers that reported lighter periods as a side effect
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
Used for 1 - 3 mo
22 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 3 weeks ago
I tried it once,,had fewer mood swings and lighter periods,I prefer something I can start and stop if I want to ,is a short method of birth control and I like it
Somewhat positive mood
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Used for 12 - 18 mo
32 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 13th Apr 26
Have used the ring for a year. In terms of admin it’s an absolute dream. Put it in and set a reminder on my phone to replace in a few weeks. Been absolutely fine for my moods and body and skin, no obvious changes. I take it back to back and have a breakthrough bleed every 3 months. However after about a year on it I’ve developed hormonal post nasal drip, which is driving me absolutely nuts because it’s constant. It’s like I’ve got hayfever. So I’m going to try stopping and see if this resolves. I’m gutted as it was such an easy contraception otherwise.
Somewhat positive mood
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Used for 3 - 5 yr
34 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 17th Jun 25
I was recommended the ring after suffering with irregular and heavy periods. I would describe myself as suffering PMDD before and now my moods are so much better. It's easy to insert, I never feel it, and easy to keep in (or briefly take out) when having sex. The ring is great and I recommend to everyone I meet.
Very positive mood
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Vaginal ring common side effects
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
50% of vaginal ring reviewers reported vaginal discharge
41% of vaginal ring reviewers reported period like cramps
35% of vaginal ring reviewers reported vaginal dryness
33% of vaginal ring reviewers reported breast enlargement
33% of vaginal ring reviewers reported tender breasts
