… The current lack of understanding of these side effects is a barrier to … (1) the period prevalence
of HC use, (2) the reasons for initiation and discontinuation of HCs, and (3) the side effects …

… ’ use of HC, menstrual cycle disturbances, and self-perceived physical and emotional symptoms
related to the menstrual/pill cycle… the prevalence of athletes discussing HC use with their …

… experience negative side effects of HC use and the menstrual cycle, respectively. The
symptoms … may be due to the use of HC to minimize the perceived negative side-effects of the …

… Purpose: To identify the period prevalence of hormonal contraceptive (HC) use and
characterise the perceived side effects associated with the menstrual cycle and HC use. …

… , as well as side effects of hormonal contraceptives. More detailed … perceptions of training
and performance during the menstrual cycle phases and by hormonal contraceptive use in a …

… contraceptive methods even if their menstrual cycle changed, 58% would accept irregular
bleeding initially if they had fewer periods over time… of menstrual cycle changes and side effects…

… a study of perceptions about menstruation from a different … of contraceptive use in different
cultural settings. These attitudes were considered relevant “because the study of menstruation …

… the side effects of oral and injectable contraceptives. Because such concerns can be a barrier
to contraceptive use, these perceptions … more effective use of hormonal methods and to …

… examining symptoms and side effects of the menstrual cycle on … of the menstrual cycle
between hormonal contraceptive users … into hormonal contraceptive use, iii) describe perceived …

… side effects including excessive menstrual bleeding, missed … with hormonal contraceptive
methods and had used them in the … that perceived and experienced side effects of hormonal …