Females - increased fatigue?

I also feel that way. It's like for those few days, I become anemic. I did find out the pill doesnt help since the pill is no longer effective after surgery (wish someone told me that a head of time). I had no clue until I read a post a few weeks ago. I called my ob-gyn and confirmed. I also told her about my symptons. She said the ring will help with that.  I'll let ya know.

Rachel

Oh thank god you posted this - I thought it was just me and how I am. This past month I actually stayed home from work and slept almost all day - thought I had a 24 hour bug or something but 2 days later I started. I just felt lousy and all I wanted to do was sleep - I'm hoping this isn't going to be a monthly occurrence - I don't have that much sick time!! And yes, I cramp constantly now  - the entire day before I start and for 3 more days - its horrible. You know, I'm over 50 and don't need this stinking thing anymore - wi**** would just go away! Kathy

Kathy,

You are sooooo right - you definately don't need this!  I think you have "paid your dues" if you will.  If it will help, I will sign a letter of release so your body can stop now LOL

Pam

Alright well at least it's not just me.  I'll talk to a doc about some supplements that may help.

I feel a little better this morning - not 100% but not like I'm gonna fall over, either.  In the shower last night after I posted - I swear - the washcloth was heavy!!

Thanks girls.

Guess the guys should just stay away from us!  I get the moodiness too - although I didn't think that was to bad yesterday - but uh, hubby tends to disagree with me.  All I could say to him was "I don't think I'm being that bad, but if I am, then fine, and I have my you know who so I'm pleading temporary insanity"  He just rolled his eyes and left the house (smart man)

Pam

Hi Pam,
       I thought it was just me and that there was something wrong with me. I have been getting mine a couple times a month and cramps are soooooooooo bad and my back feels like someone broke a board over it. I am sooooooooo tired I almost cant function . I get so grouchy that I cant even stand myself. I dont know what to do. Does anyone have any suggestions? Thanks for listening! Mae

I didn't have this problem till I went off the Depo shot... now that I am on the nuvaring omg it is nuts! I'm now taking a b complex vitamin and another herbal sup that has green tea in it and it seems to help me get through it...