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Can Yaz or other birth control pills contribute to IBS symptoms or make them worse?
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∙ 16y ago
The hormones in Birth Control pills could quite possibly effect IBS symptoms. However, hormones normally produced by the body upset the GI tract as well. Many women with IBS suffer from more severe symptoms right before or during their period. Some people taking oral contraceptives get relief from these pms/IBS outbreaks. That being said, progesterone supposedly exacerbates constipation, so if you are suffering from chronic constipation, this would definitely make your symptoms worse. Avoid pills with this hormone if necessary. Also, lactose is sometimes used as a filler in some birth control pills. Many IBS patients are dairy sensitive, so this would also make symptoms worse. The most important thing is to talk to your OB/GYN and make them aware that you suffer from IBS before they prescribe you anything. Hopefully, you will be able to find a birth control pill that will not interfere with your IBS. Unfortunately, there are many other variables that may be worsening your IBS symptoms that we are not yet aware of. I've had to change birth control pills 3 times now and still have not found one that does not interfere with my IBS.
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