some simple info on the pill

[Newtolove]

I was wondering after reading a number of posts and other articles (that are a bit out dated perhaps) on the pill. how easily is it perscribed nowadays ? what are the side effects ?

[Brandye]

The side effects are described in great detail on hundreds of sites. Many women have some difficulty adjusting to the new hormones in their system and have to try two or three to get an acceptable one. Many just go with the first with no trouble

Generally, anywhere in Europe the pill is available through the NHS to any women over sixteen. There are some local laws and some doctors have difficulty prescribing to someone that young. The 16 yo body is still forming and adjusting to adult hormones. Adding other hormones is not real good - but it is better than getting pregnant.

There is another recent post regarding the relationship of the pill to various forms of cancer and cardiovascular disease. Read what you want of the warnings and side-effects and then ask a more succinct question.

[bruins76]

Very easily prescribed...I just called my OBGYN yesterday and they called in the script over the phone w/out seeing me. Then again I am 30 and just had my second child and they know me well.

But they aren't a big deal to get if that's what you are asking.

[Newtolove]

no I'm not asking if they are a big deal. actually I am a boy but am curios and I never beleive in a no problems solution, when the day comes I want to know what my girlfriend is taking and what it might do to her but thats a long way off it is just idle curiosity at the moment anyhow thsnks

[hands_off_the_goods]

It's generally pretty easy to prescribe... but the side-effects vary from woman to woman

[demonbuttercup]

Usually if you go to see you OB/GYN and get your annual pelvic exam... and ask to be put on the pill... its no problem.
You can always visit the main BC pill sites to get info and side effects.. but like hands said.. SE can vary from each person.

[Westles]

Originally Posted by Brandye

Generally, anywhere in Europe the pill is available through the NHS to any women over sixteen. There are some local laws and some doctors have difficulty prescribing to someone that young. The 16 yo body is still forming and adjusting to adult hormones. Adding other hormones is not real good - but it is better than getting pregnant.
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Brand,

My girlfriend was prescribed when she was 15 by the doctor, it may vary from UK to Scotland though?