Contraception Reviews

NuvaRing and lighter periods

How our community feel nuvaRing has affected their periods

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No change

8%

Out of the 12 reviews for nuvaRing, 6 people (50%) reported lighter periods.

Reviewers that reported lighter periods as a side effect

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Used for 12 - 18 mo
24 years old
🇺🇸 US
  •  3 weeks ago

Easy to use. However started having severe night sweats and have to sleep with AC very low. Love having regular periods. Went from 7 days of medium heavy bleeding to 3-4 light days. I did have a significant drop in my sex drive and it's now almost nonexistent which I did not know was a side effect. Overall though excellent birth control option

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Somewhat positive mood

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Used for 18 mo - 3 yr
18 years old
🇺🇸 US
  •  23rd May 25

I believe this birth control is very effective and better than others, though it's given me a lot to deal with mentally. My sex drive has decreased drastically and it makes me feel disconnected with my body so I'm considering trying a new route.


Somewhat positive mood

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Used for 12 - 18 mo
Lowdown user
🇺🇸 US
  •  6th Jun 24

I like the ring, I have gained a bit of weight though. I am also very nervous about blood clot risk so I might switch to minipill, but the ring has made my periods very bearable and I can choose to only have them every two months! I also had a decrease in body acne on the ring, particularly on my back. I would recommend this method if you are not overweight, smoke, or are over 35 as the risk of blood clots goes does a lot and it’s easy to use! I also have experienced headaches for the first time in my life since being on this, they’re mild but not fun.


Improved skin

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NuvaRing common side effects

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

1

Headaches

58% of nuvaRing reviewers reported headaches

2

Vaginal discharge

50% of nuvaRing reviewers reported vaginal discharge

3

Migraines

50% of nuvaRing reviewers reported migraines

4

Dizziness

33% of nuvaRing reviewers reported dizziness

5

Sweating more than usual

33% of nuvaRing reviewers reported sweating more than usual


Possible nuvaRing side effects

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

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