Low Estrogen Birth Control

If you're on or considering taking a low estrogen birth control pill please read this article.

http://www.cnn.com/2007/HEALTH/01/24/birth.control.drugs.ap/index.html

 

The article doesn't clarify where the line is drawn to differentiate normal vs. low estrogen pills.

However, the example they cited was a drop from 99% to 98% effectiveness. As a woman who cannot take the higher-dose pills because they cause severe emotional side effects, I'm more than happy with 98%, or even 95% effectiveness. I hate condoms and have absolutely no faith in the rhythm method, not to mention the fact that it is quite nice to be able to regulate my periods (I also get really bad cramps, so can schedule them for the weekend when I won't have to miss class).

The critique dealing with who is included in clinical studies is a valid concern, however, for those women who fit the underrepresented categories.