Vaginal ring and lighter periods
How our community feel vaginal ring has affected their periods
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
33%
33%
25%
No change
17%
8%
8%
Out of the 12 reviews for vaginal ring, 4 people (33%) reported lighter periods.
Reviewers that reported lighter periods as a side effect
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
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
2 more effects
0 helpful
0 comments
Used for 12 - 18 mo
Lowdown user
🇺🇸 US
• 24th Oct 23
Very easy to use. Periods were heavy at first but very light on last days. Main problem was discharge. Caused a increase in my migraines
Somewhat negative mood
2 more effects
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Used for 8+ yr
Lowdown user
🇺🇸 US
• 5th Oct 23
I’ve used NuvaRing for over 20years and highly recommend it. It’s super easy to put in and take out. And I really like that I don’t have to worried about it for 3 weeks!
Very positive mood
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Vaginal ring common side effects
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
Headaches
58% of vaginal ring reviewers reported headaches
Vaginal discharge
50% of vaginal ring reviewers reported vaginal discharge
Sweating more than usual
42% of vaginal ring reviewers reported sweating more than usual
Breast enlargement
42% of vaginal ring reviewers reported breast enlargement
Dizziness
33% of vaginal ring reviewers reported dizziness