Side effects of Ortho Tri Cyclen Lo

[Steph4302]

I posted this question awhile back on the Women's Health forum but didn't get a response so I thought I'd try here. I started taking the Pill in June. Since then, my breasts have become extremely tender. I know this is a side effect but it is very uncomfortable. They hurt so much that when I move positions while sleeping it feels like there is shooting pains throughout both breasts. OTC pain relievers are not helping. Any ideas of how to reduce the pain or when this side effect may begin to subside?? Thanks.

Steph

[tryinfl]

Oh yeah, I was on the exact same pill as you Ortho Tri Cyclen Lo when the pain started, so I was switched to Femcon which needs to be changed.

[tryinfl]

I had the same problem (tender/sore breasts, one more than the other along with shooting pains along the side of both breasts) with my BCP Femcon. I tried switching pills and the same thing happened. The pain/tenderness was different at various times throughout my cycle. I was so nervous, because I've been on BCPs on and off for over 10 years without this problem.  I decided to go off the pill just to make sure the hormones were the problem and not something more serious. By the second month there was no pain/tenderness. OTC pain relievers don't work for me either. I have heard the pain/tenderness should go away after 3-6 months, but mine started after being on them for years. I guess everyone is different. I think I'm going to try and switch brands again, because I enjoy the benefit for regular cycles. If you don't see any improvement after 6 months I would call your GYN and see if he/she could try a different kind of BCP.
Sorry I don't have a quick fix for you, but at least you know you're not alone!