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Anonymous wrote:Omg please put her on the pill. There’s no reason she has to suffer like this.

+1 I look back and get angry about my parents letting me physically suffer rather than putting me on birth control when I was young.

Same thing here.

Anonymous wrote:Taking away her pain = more time for education. Think of it that way.

I hope this comment doesn't get lost because this PP is so right. I was a 13 year old just like OP's DD, but instead of helping me and seeking medication, my mom told me that what I was experiencing was normal and that I was weak and did a bad job of managing my hygiene.

In reality, I had terribly heavy periods that caused frequent leaks, forced me to miss or leave classes, and interfered with my HS sports. It was anxiety-inducing and distracting. I probably missed most of what was said in class 2 weeks per month of school because I was worried about bleeding through my pants or I was in pain. I fainted multiple times due to period pain but because I was a teenager doctors just wrote it off as not eating properly.

When I finally got access to a gynecologist, she nearly cried for me. Hearing her say "oh honey, it doesn't have to be this way" changed my life. Continuous BCP took me from almost failing out of college to getting a great post-collegiate job, getting into grad school, and training at a high level in my sport. I cannot function without it.

Anonymous wrote:I also hesitated but did this with my DD ehen she was 14. Life changing for her. She tried one that didn’t work that well, then her obgyn switch her to another (low hormone) pill and she has been on it for two years with no problem. She still has some cramps while on her period, but normal cramps, not debilitating like before.

You mean when she sheds her lining on the placebo pill week. When you are on BCP you no longer ovulate or get a period.

I also hesitated but did this with my DD ehen she was 14. Life changing for her. She tried one that didn’t work that well, then her obgyn switch her to another (low hormone) pill and she has been on it for two years with no problem. She still has some cramps while on her period, but normal cramps, not debilitating like before.

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Anonymous wrote:PP w 11 yr old here. I am going to ask her pediatrician if she can keep taking and skip placebo. Although I wonder if they want to see what her period is like now that she is on the pill. Thoughts?

No, period on the pill is not a real period.

I understand that. But her regular period was so heavy. That is why she is on the pill. I am wondering what her first pill/placebo period will be like. Or do you think she can skip getting this faux period and continue to take the pill.

She gave her a 3 month supply. Hoping her cycles reset and become more regular

She does have an appt w Dr Casey, but in July. They saw lots of cycles on both ovaries and she may have PCOS. So being on bc may be long term
for her.

Just as an FYI she should be very cautious with unprotected sex with BC and PCOS. I day this as someone whom had undiagnosed PCOS and my body does not respond to hormones like other people. I've had an unintentional pregnancy and, on IVF, multiple time ovulated when I was supposed to be under suppression.

I imagine you haven't had an education on birth control for at least 40 years? It's completely untrue that being on BC for many years negatively impacts fertility. In fact, age is the biggest factor in BC.

Anonymous wrote:I just want to chime in and say ibuprofen while fine in moderation can really wreck your stomach so it’s best to avoid taking large doses

For real. Same with Aleve.

Birth control is safer than there. Talk to doctor about birth control. There are many, many pill formulas (I’d do pill over IUD, patch, implant). Some formulas, the tri-cycle kind specifically, won’t stop bleeding even if placebo is skipped. To skip, you need the pill to same hormone dose throughout month.

Also to note: If you have concerns about possible endometriosis, the pill will actually help slow the growth of endometriosis and preserve her future fertility

Anonymous wrote:DD has severe cycles the first year into having a period. Pediatrician is advising since Aleve and other OTC medicines are not working, to begin Birth Control pills in hopes the hormonal change will ease her symptoms.

I worry with the side effects of blood clots, and fertility after years of BC starting so young, if 13 is too young or if having milder cycles will be most beneficial for her. Pros outweighing any potential cons.

Yes, dysmenorrhea is valid reason for BC at any age

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Anonymous wrote:PP w 11 yr old here. I am going to ask her pediatrician if she can keep taking and skip placebo. Although I wonder if they want to see what her period is like now that she is on the pill. Thoughts?

No, period on the pill is not a real period.

I understand that. But her regular period was so heavy. That is why she is on the pill. I am wondering what her first pill/placebo period will be like. Or do you think she can skip getting this faux period and continue to take the pill.

She gave her a 3 month supply. Hoping her cycles reset and become more regular

She does have an appt w Dr Casey, but in July. They saw lots of cycles on both ovaries and she may have PCOS. So being on bc may be long term
for her.

It sounds like she does have pcos. I would keep her on the pill.

Anonymous wrote:DD has severe cycles the first year into having a period. Pediatrician is advising since Aleve and other OTC medicines are not working, to begin Birth Control pills in hopes the hormonal change will ease her symptoms.

I worry with the side effects of blood clots, and fertility after years of BC starting so young, if 13 is too young or if having milder cycles will be most beneficial for her. Pros outweighing any potential cons.

First, good for you for addressing this now. As another poster also noted my mother did nothing and told me to stop complaining. Pros definitely outweigh the cons. Help her live her young life without being sick every month.

Cysts. Not cycles

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Anonymous wrote:PP w 11 yr old here. I am going to ask her pediatrician if she can keep taking and skip placebo. Although I wonder if they want to see what her period is like now that she is on the pill. Thoughts?

No, period on the pill is not a real period.

I understand that. But her regular period was so heavy. That is why she is on the pill. I am wondering what her first pill/placebo period will be like. Or do you think she can skip getting this faux period and continue to take the pill.

She gave her a 3 month supply. Hoping her cycles reset and become more regular

She does have an appt w Dr Casey, but in July. They saw lots of cycles on both ovaries and she may have PCOS. So being on bc may be long term
for her.

Taking away her pain = more time for education. Think of it that way.

Anonymous wrote:I was on b/c for over a decade before having kid (15-32) and got pregnant on the first try. Same for kid #2. If I could ease my kids pain, and help get their cycles regular, I'd do it in a heartbeat. Ask for the low hormone pill (that's what my teen is on). They just have to remember to take it at the same time each day

NP here with a 13 yo DD who is about to start BCP because of her terrible cramping and anemia. I asked about the low hormone pill and DD's doctor said there's a chance for breakthrough bleeding with those, so we opted for the regular. Just something to think about.

Anonymous wrote:I just want to chime in and say ibuprofen while fine in moderation can really wreck your stomach so it’s best to avoid taking large doses

It's also terrible for your kidneys.