Re: post op birth control

December 17, 2001

In a message dated 12/17/01 9:47:07 PM, duodenalswitch writes:

<< When I

asked my OB/GYN about continuing the birth control pill after having

surgery, she explained that even very slight fluctuations in the

absorption can cause ovulation. The only way to check if I was fully

absorbing the pill was to take daily blood levels for a cycle and

even that wouldn't be 100% reliable since absorption can vary due to

many factors. I am going to call my OB/GYN and ask her about this

new patch. >>

Jodi: Please share with us what your ob/gyn says on the patch... I'm

thinking that perhaps it may be more effective because it wouldn't involve

absorption (or lack thereof LOL). I wonder about the Lunette shot, too (it's

monthy, not to be confused with Depo Provera).

I would be really interesting in hearing what a medical professional has to

say on this issue..

Many thanks ahead of time!

all the best,

lap ds with gallbladder removal

January 25, 2001

Dr. Gagner/Mt. Sinai/NYC

10 months post-op and still feelin' fabu!

preop: 307 lbs/bmi 45

now: 198 lbs/bmi 27/size sweet 16 but squeezin' into a 14! LOL

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