Continuous use of bcp ok?

[Melanie28]

Does anyone know if continuous use of the bcp can help symptoms of pcos? I've noticed some weight loss since taking desogen without a break. Also, linking proteins with carbs and avoiding white sugar and starch.


Glucophage xr 1000 mg/day
Aldactone 100 mg/day
Synthroid 100 mcg/day
Desogen 1/35

Height 5'7"
Weight 245
Goal Weight 150

[WendyKay]

I am not a doctor!

However. If you consult with yours you may find that he/she is happy to let you skip a few periods. I like doing this for many reasons - convenience for sure, more even moods, and just plain keeping my body in a consistent state, for hair reasons, for tummy reasons (I have IBS) - it feels better. I don't usually skip two in a row, but I would do it if needed.

Definitely talk to your doctor, but I'm a fan of not necessarily forcing yourself to bleed every fourth week. It's not a real period anyway!

Wendy