A close friend of mine is using a hormone medication recommended by her doctor for irregular periods, and she suggested it to me too, but I'm afraid that these types of medications can be addictive or have other side effects. Honestly, would this kind of solution be easier than going to the doctor? But is it risky?
I also had irregular periods in college, and the doctor prescribed me hormone medication. At first, I was scared because I gained some weight, but then it got regular. But your friend's medication might not work for you; every body is different. I think you should see a doctor to get a clear answer.
If your friend's medication is working well for them, it might work for you too, of course, but to be honest, I don't use random medications. The period issue is already a delicate matter; if you do something wrong, it could be worse in the long run.
This is your body and here your decision is what matters. If your friend says, 'my doctor gave it to me, it would work for you too,' that's a bit of irresponsible advice. A hormone medication is not something to be taken lightly.
Hormonal medications are prescribed specifically for each individual because the dosage, mechanism of action, etc., depend on your hormone levels. Different treatments are applied based on the cause of menstrual irregularities. It wouldn't be correct to use them without consulting your own doctor.
Let me add that I thought about going to the doctor, but it feels a bit stressful. My friend recommended this medicine because everything got better for him after using it. But I'm not exactly not afraid that it might have side effects for me.
It's normal to be anxious, but I believe these medications won't cause addiction or anything. There can be side effects, of course, but if a doctor prescribes them, they are likely manageable issues. So, it's best to get clear information from your own doctor.
Hey, don't misunderstand your friend's intentions, but maybe they've gained some weight or are experiencing side effects, and that's why they're suggesting this to you. They might just want to feel better themselves by saying, 'it happened to me too.'
But you need to take some responsibility as well. Why does going to the doctor feel difficult? It's health, and it's hard to find a solution without overcoming that stress. Why should your friend be your savior? I think you're making it harder for yourself.
In the past, people would always drink herbal teas in such irregularities, and most issues would pass without medication. Now, they immediately prescribe hormone medication. I think you should see a doctor, but first ask if you've tried natural remedies.
