Lowdown2094
Joined at December 2021
21st Jun 22
Desogestrel pill - Prog-only Pill
Acne got a lot worse, never knew when I’d get a period, sometimes didn’t get one for 2 months and then I’d have spotting/heavy period for up to a month.
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Time used
6 - 12 months
Still using
Impact whilst using
Mood
No change
Skin
Got worse
Sex drive
Reduced
Weight
Gained weight
Bleeds
Irregular
Spotting
Heavier
Other side effects whilst using
Lower back pain
Sweating more than usual
Tender breasts
Period like cramps
Thrush
Vaginal discharge
Headaches
Experience coming off Desogestrel pill
No experience provided
Impact after using
Mood
Don't know
Skin
Don't know
Sex drive
Don't know
Weight
Don't know
Cycle return to normal
18 months - 3 years
Other side effects after using
No side effects provided