A
female
,
anonymous
writes: Me and my first boyfriend are planning on getting serious in our relationship for the first time and I'm wondering if I should go on the pill. The only problem is I have a huge fear of doctors and I would like to know if they do any sort of tests before giving you the pill. Also I'm worried about the side effects and becoming ill from using them. My boyfriend thinks condoms should be enough. I'm 18 and he's 21 and he's very understanding. Is there any sort of drop in center where I can just get some pills without any kinds of tests (I'm scared of needles and my sister said they do bloodtests first!) I'm not sure what to do. Help!
View related questions:
condom, the pill Reply to this Question Share |
Fancy yourself as an agony aunt? Add your answer to this question! A
female
reader, anonymous, writes (2 February 2006): no you dont need to get blood tests done, but yes you do have to get the pill from a doctor because he has to make sure you get the right one that isnt going to cause problems for you.
A
female
reader, anonymous, writes (1 February 2006): You can go to your local family planning clinic (if u live in the uk) just dearch online for a brook advisory clinic. You do not need to have tests done, but the pill isnt perfect for everyonr and sometimes you will need to change until youfind the right one. Good luck kuv n hugs oxoxo
...............................
A
female
reader, llqueen +, writes (1 February 2006):
They don't do blood tests in the US for pills. All they do is a female exam which does NOT include needles. If you are going to be having sex, going to the gynecologist is something you need to get used to anyway. Its not bad, just a little uncomfortable at first. You get used to it. You need to be going to one to checked out yearly at your age now anyway. Good Luck. And, don't worry, the pills did not make me sick or give me side affects. Actually only good ones, like a lighter period and clear skin.
...............................
A
female
reader, PornStarKitty +, writes (1 February 2006):
well in the uk there are no tests you have to take, the doctor will just perscribe you them! dont be scared they see it as you being sensible!! the wont think any less of you probably more! you will have to go to the doctor as they are perscribed! and you have to go bk every 6 months for the doctor just to check how you are getting on! or sometimes the nurse does it! ive been on the pill for years and had no problems with it!! go for it! even if ur not having sex straight away ur protecting urself! but remember it doesnt protect you againts stds!!!
...............................
|