Almost 1 year off of the birth control pill

It has been almost one year since I took my last birth control pill. It was October 22nd. Not to get pregnant, just to get my body functioning naturally again. It took 6,5 months before I got my first natural period. These 28 weeks sure had its effect on my body. I noticed pimples on my face, first some weight loss (probably water), my mood changed a bit, my libido changed a bit and my hair started to shed... A lot. 

I have been using Minoxidil and a pillfood supplement for about 3 months now. The pillfood helps strengthening my hair and nails. I do notice a lot of difference in my nails. They are much stronger and seem to grow faster. My hair not so much. Thankfully the seemingly allergic reaction stopped and didn't come back. But then, your hair doesn't grow as quickly as your nails. So I want to try the minoxidil for at least 6 months. I do seem to notice a little bit of effect the last few weeks. It seems like my hairs that ar still on my head seem to be growing again. I do not spot any new hairs yet. But we remain hopeful. Researching the internet does connect quitting the birtcontrol pill and hair loss. Apparently also estrogen is an important component. And since quitting the bird control pill and not having an ovulation for 6 months, sure gave my body a great drop in estrogen. So hopefully my hormonal balance will restore itself. 

On the positive side my menstrual cycle has been quite regular ever since the natural cycle came back. not taking the first 6,5 months into account I've had 5 periods the other 5 months and expecting my next one next week. So quite happy with that!

Ciao!

Ixis

31 days!

Nope, not a countdown. But my third menstrual cycle. I am really happy with this, because it is nice and spot on the 'regular' time for a cycle. My hair loss however is a disaster. A few weeks ago I went to my practionor and he gave me vitamin pills and minoxidil lotion. My blood work came back just fine and within 'normal' limits. Nice to know, but difficult to find a cause then. A few weeks later however I am having a skin rash which is extremely itchy! It's all over my ears and in my neck. Which are not places I put the lotion on. So it is strange. And it only appeared after two weeks. Maybe I was Alitalia bit overenthousiastic and I put in too much. So now a bit less lotion each aplliciation and a new doctors appointment by the end of the week. Don't notice much difference in hair densityor thickness. But I seem to notice my hair changing as it seems to be more curly. Which I kind off like! But not much less shedding of hairs and no little baby hairs spotted. But then, I am only appling the lotion for 3 weeks now. I do seems to notice some effect from the vitamines to my nails, they seem to become more strong.

Ciao!
Ixis

Went to the doctor

Today I went to the doctors to get a blood test done. My hair is really try thin and falling out by the piece that other people start noticing it too. As it really bothers and worries me I decided to pay a visited. Got some blood drawn today and it will be tested for all sorts of things. It will be checked for vitamins, glucose levels, kidney function, hormones and thyroid action. I also get medication and a lotion, which is ordered today and I can pick up tomorrow. Wednesday I can call back for the results of the bloodtest. To be honest I am quite nervous and a bit worried. Thyroid problems run in the family. But on the other hand, it is better to be aware of it so then action can be undertaken. 

Ciao!

Ixis

second period

And it was quite accurate again. Last wednesday I got my period again. About a week after my nipples were sore. So I guess it is a clear indicator. I am quite happy with my cycle this time. From 196 days last time, my cycle was 37 days this time! Wauw, I am really proud of my body for cutting it down so much!

But my hormones were raging. I was (am still maybe) a real devil at home the past week(s). And ugh to my hair! It is so thin and falling out :( But since my body is still trying to regulate my cycle and my hormones I want to give it time. If it doesn't stabilize or improve maybe I should go and see a physician.

Ciao!
Isis