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Doctor Thinks I Should Switch From Visanne To A High Dosage Birth Contol?
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I am currently on Visanne and have been for three years. My new family doctor recently told me that there has only been studies of people on Visanne for a period of about 2 years. It can apparently cause osteoporosis, and that has me a little freaked out. However, this is the only thing that has helped me at all. I have never had a lap or anything like that done. For years i was told it was all in my head. My pain is on my right side around my abdominal area. It took around 7 years for a gyno to… read more

posted November 26, 2018
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A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

Did you not take calcium? I am on vissane and taking calcium at the same time.

posted November 26, 2018
A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

Been taking it for almost 3mos and started taking calcium 3weeks ago. The obgyne prescribed it.

posted November 26, 2018
A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

Hi I've been wondering the exact same thing! does it cause osteoporosis? cause I've been feeling very weak and my gyno did not recommend any calcium or vitamins I should be taking!

posted November 28, 2018
A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

There aren't really any specialists in my area, and my endo has never actually been "checked". I was basically thrown on medication and told if it helps i have endo. Ill check in with my doctor to see what else she suggests.

posted November 27, 2018
A MyEndometriosisTeam Member

I just started my third package and think I will stop it...I have gained a lot of weight, my hair is falling out - its scary whats in the catch drain after a shower, my appetite is terrible, nauseaus and headaches on a regular basis, my periods has completely stopped and I am not in so much pain but I can't handle all these other symptoms....anyone else experiencing any of these symptoms? I am also taking anxiety medication and one of the side effects is anxiety...so confused and fed up with it all! Any input is greatly appreciated!!

posted November 27, 2018

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