Birth Control And Leg Cramps

Birth control can cause cramps especially in the first few days after taking it.

Birth control and leg cramps. The docs blamed my DVT on a combination of that bus ride and my birth control pills which also. I thought I had severe cramps for a whole fortnight but it turned out to be deep vein thrombosis in my left calf. Birth control pills oral contraceptives can increase the risk slightly for developing DVT.

Year ago I started Yaz and on the 4th day I got severe leg cramps in my left leg and stopped. Periods on birth control are not true periods but called withdrawal bleeding. Immediate danger signs of the Pill are shortness of breath severe leg cramps chest or arm pain migraine headaches blurring or loss of vision dizziness jaundice sensation of flashing or spotting lights depression or mood swings.

Now im in my 3rd pack and about a week and a half into the pack ive been cramping and my lower back and legs have been kind of aching. The causes of leg cramps are over-exercise spinal compression DVT. If you have swelling with leg pain see your doctor immediately.

Most formulations of birth control pills contain the hormones estrogen and progestin. The most life-threatening side-effect of birth control pills and all estrogen hormone containing birth control pill are blood clots. Birth control pills however are effective for most women when it comes to cramping.

Birth control shouldnt be a concern for women but they should be aware that blood clots can occur and be aware of the warning signs. Lastly cold weather may cause cramps as well. You should talk to your doctor if you experience persistent or severe cramping.

In most cases taking birth control pills will help to reduce cramps. The same kind of thing happened to me. The pains worsens despite the use of birth control pill and injection.