Hi, I am 24 around 5ft 4 and weigh 8.7 stone.I currently take yasmine contraceptive pill and have had no real medical history other han I recently have had panic attacks around 3 weeks ago. I have noticed that im getting heart palpitations, and my left arm feels tingley and under preasure/numb. i am concerned as my legs swell up really bad and are tender to touch, i have also been feeling very tired and slightly faint at times?
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of contraceptive pills related side effects is more in your case. But better to first rule out heart related diseases because they cannot cause similar symptoms. So get done ECG and 2d echo. If both are normal then no need to worry about heart diseases. Yasmin contraceptive pills can cause mood swings, stress, anxiety etc. And all these intern cause palpitations, chest tightness, tingling etc. So better to consult gynecologist and discuss these side effects. You may need change of contraceptive method. You cannot go for barrier contraception like condom. Don't worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.