Birth Control Pills for Symptoms: What You Need to Know First

Birth control pills are often prescribed for much more than preventing pregnancy, but deciding whether they’re right for you isn’t always straightforward. I wanted to walk through some of the most important things I discuss with patients before starting the pill so you can better understand your options and feel more confident in your decision. ──────────────── Hola! If you’re new here, welcome! I’m a board-certified OB/GYN and gynecological surgeon using social media to help women everywhere feel informed, confident, and in control of decisions about their bodies. Be sure to subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a new video! ──────────────── 🙋‍♀️ BE SOCIAL Come follow along on other platforms: Instagram: @thelatinagynecologist TikTok: @thelatinagynecologist Facebook: @thelatinagynecologist Website: https://www.ericamontesmd.com ──────────────── ⚠️ MEDICAL DISCLAIMER Information on this channel and associated platforms is provided for educational and informational purposes only and reflects the clinical experience of the author(s). It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Do not use this information to diagnose or treat yourself. Do not disregard or delay seeking medical advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare provider because of something you have read or seen here. If you have—or suspect you may have—a medical condition requiring attention, please contact your healthcare provider promptly. Use of this channel, social media content, or any products mentioned does not establish a doctor-patient relationship between you and Dr. Montes or any affiliated physicians. ──────────────── 🔽 TIMESTAMP [00:00] The Birth Control Problem [01:30] Stop Ignoring Your Symptoms [03:09] What The Pill Actually Does [05:27] Birth Control and Your Brain [06:44] The Truth About Breast Cancer [07:30] Does It Cause Weight Gain? [08:45] Changes to Skin and Hair [10:52] Hidden Sexual Side Effects [12:50] Is It Worth It? ──────────────── #️⃣ HASHTAG #BirthControlPills #BirthControl #HormoneHealth #WomensHealth #BirthControlOptions #HormonalBirthControl #BirthControlSideEffects #PeriodProblems #PainfulPeriods #IrregularPeriods #PCOS #Endometriosis #HeavyPeriods #WomensHealthEducation #OBGYN #Gynecology #HormoneBalance #ReproductiveHealth #FemaleHealth #PatientEducation