The pills usually contain both the female hormones, estrogen and progesterone, although progesterone-only pills are available. A healthcare provider will help you find the right one for you. The first pill starts with the first few days of a woman s period. From that point on, her cycle will adjust to the pill cycle. A regular menstrual period that may be lighter and shorter in duration usually results.
Many women have less premenstrual problems while taking birth control pills.
Other benefits of the pill include decreased risk of uterine and ovarian cancers, regular periods, and less menstrual pain. There are some rare, but severe, side effects that you may want to review with your healthcare provider when considering the use of birth control pills. All Rights Reserved.