Coming Off My Pill

[queenofmean]

In light of my diabetes and getting ready to think about planning a family I’ve decided to come off my pill to see what my cycle is like as it has been known to be erratic. So I’m hoping that when I get the ok I’ll have an idea how long it will take.

But do I need to see my Gp before to make them aware of my plans etc.

I’ll also need to get stronger pain relief from them so they’ll work it out if I don’t tell them.

[jakep]

I would be tempted to tell them before you stop. They may be able to offer advice and answer any questions you may have.
All the best

[Sqad]

I don't see that the GP would be THAT interested in you coming off the pill and if you want a family, then i think it is a good idea.

I don't understand the bit about the pain......what PAIN?

[Mamyalynne]

Without wishing to irk you Sqad, this night be relevant re the pain mentioned.

https://www.theanswerbank.co.uk/Body-and-Soul/Question1558060.html

[Sqad]

Right thank you Mamya.

Well, you will just have to wait and see, you are certainly not going to get pregnant whilst on the pill. The other factor is that if you get pregnant, then it might well relieve your pain.

I would go off the pill and take any Nsaid e.g Ibuprofen for the pain.

See what happens.

[queenofmean]

Period pain - like BAD period pain. Recently been put back on Ponstan (it helped, for how long is anyone’s guess).

I’m not ready to get pregnant yet though Sqad. I’m still outside my target A1c. But I’m making progress, I just wanted to make them aware that I was doing so as I didn’t order Folic acid and they did me a script anyways (I discovered I had some to see me through) I don’t want them taking the same liberty with my pill.

The pain in my groin mentioned in the post Mamya mentioned has turned out to be muscular (so they say) it hasn’t (touch wood) bothered me for some time now so here’s hoping it’s ventured to pastures new.

I know I’m jumping the gun a littl but my cycles started 21-50 days then settled in 28 when I had tried pills before but last two times I was really irregular so I want to start monitoring things so I’m ready.

[Mamyalynne]

Apologies for introducing a red herring then - best of luck with everything.x

[Sqad]

Then go ahead........if you want to tell your GP, then do so.......but I don't think that it is necessary.

[DTCwordfan]

a red herring? I like mine smoked.

Good luck, queenie, I would get advice, especially with everything else you have had going on......

[queenofmean]

No not at all Mamya. It was once a problem but now seems to have settled but Jury is still out on what it could be.

I can always call them and say this is what I’m doing if you need anything call me. Ball is then in their court!

Haha DT - I like my herrings swimming in open waters!
Thank you though :)

[Rockrose]

My bestie is a severe diabetic and she was monitored before she even conceived. So definitely see your doctor or at least the practice nurse

[queenofmean]

I will Rockrose. I’m under ‘constant surveillance’ with my diabetes team. As soon as I get close I fall off the wagon - not this time!