Contraception Reviews

Vaginal ring and lighter periods

How our community feel vaginal ring has affected their periods

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

Lighter

36%

No change

14%

Out of the 14 reviews for vaginal ring, 5 people (36%) reported lighter periods.

Reviewers that reported lighter periods as a side effect

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

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

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.

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Somewhat positive mood

2 more effects

0 helpful

0 comments

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

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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

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0 helpful

0 comments

Vaginal ring common side effects

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

1

Headaches

57% of vaginal ring reviewers reported headaches

2

Vaginal discharge

50% of vaginal ring reviewers reported vaginal discharge

3

Dizziness

43% of vaginal ring reviewers reported dizziness

4

Migraines

43% of vaginal ring reviewers reported migraines

5

Breast enlargement

43% of vaginal ring reviewers reported breast enlargement


Possible vaginal ring side effects

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

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