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What Causes Headache During 7 Day Break From Loestrin Pill?
i keep getting really sore headaches during my 7 day break from the pill (loestrin 30). The doctor has suggested they are cluster headaches but i am finding that they come worse and frequently during my pill break do you think this is related to the pill?thanks
Tue, 14 Apr 2020
Hello,
Fluctuations in hormone levels caused by the menstrual cycle can trigger headaches for some women. Both combination birth control pills and progestin-only pills may cause headaches as a side effect. Even the break from birth control pills can fluctuate the hormone and cause headaches.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
Fluctuations in hormone levels caused by the menstrual cycle can trigger headaches for some women. Both combination birth control pills and progestin-only pills may cause headaches as a side effect. Even the break from birth control pills can fluctuate the hormone and cause headaches.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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