NuvaRing Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections, Kidney Infection, Urinary Tract Infections, Dangerous Infection, Recurrent Urinary Tract
Posted over a year ago
I was on the NuvaRing for about a year, and in that time I had recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs), one which developed into a kidney infection (this required taking antibiotics, which I generally avoid, because it's a rather dangerous infection). I ... more »
I was on the NuvaRing for about a year, and in that time I had recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs), one which developed into a kidney infection (this required taking antibiotics, which I generally avoid, because it's a rather dangerous infection). I had never had a UTI before, so I asked my doctor more than once if the near-chronic UTIs could be related to the Ring and she said that it was very unlikely; she wasn't aware of that ever being a problem. Shockingly enough, when I finally got fed up in May and threw my NuvaRing in the trash, my problems disappeared: I have had one very mild UTI since then. I'm mad at my doctor, and at the doctors of all the women who have responded to this site. I'm not so naive; I know doctors take money from pharmaceutical companies, but how could so many healthcare professionals ignore many repeated complaints of similar side effects?
Jettart - I have a niece who just had to take antibiotics (something we too avoid) who had a terrible kidney and bladder infection. Honestly, I think all the women who have had these side effects should approach both the FDA and a good lawyer to approach the company who has made, and covered up the side effects. There are way too many women who have (posted) experienced these side effects for it to simply be a coincidence. Fight back you guys!!! Hugs to all,
Seekingtruth - My daughter has been on the Nuvaring for over one year and has had frequent UTI's during that period. Her current bladder infection developed into a very severe kidney infection. She was very sick and in quite a bit of pain. Finally the doctor recommeded that she remove the Nuvaring just in case their was a connection. I would like to add that she has been extremely moody and snappy during the last year which is not her underlying personality. I do believe their is a strong connection if not a direct connection to the Nuvaring and her frequent UTI's and moodiness.
Beachstone44 - I think that my Nuvaring physically rests on my urethra. Honestly, I like this BC. I am thinking of cutting the ring, and tying it so it is a smaller loop. The Nuvaring help line said don't, but who knows! I am sick of the chronic UTI!
Brando - I started the NuvaRing 9 days ago. I immediately got a bladder infection (and I NEVER get sick) and it turned into a full-blown kidney infection (which I thought was the flu for 3 days). Just got back from ER. May have to do ultrasound tomorrow if I don't get a little better tonight (I got a shot of antibiotics). This is more painful than the 2 c-sections I've had. After doing some research, I'm removing the Nuva Ring NOW!
Terrileawy - My 21 year old perfectly healthy daughter developed her first kidney infection ever which actually was three abscesses in her right kidney. It could only be diagnosed by a CT scan. She was on several different high powered antibiotics for three months before it resolved. She had allergic reactions to two of them, which was why she had to change several times. She had four ultra sounds over the three month period of the infection, which was incredibly painful. Of course she had to miss a lot of work. She had no health insurance so I paid all her doctor bills, which were well over $3000. She had used the nuva ring for a little over a year, but had switched to an oral contraceptive just two months before this nightmare began. I brought up the nuva ring to the nephrologist, who told me that he had treated three young women with UTI's who had all either recently stopped the nuva ring or were still using it. BAD BAD DRUG.
Scall - Im a 35 year old who recently got the nuvaring 3 weeks ago and I have been having a discharge and vaginal irritation; similar to a yeast infection...i've also notice my face breaking out...so far thats it, and thats enough for me!...After doing a lil research and reading other commemts it seems this bc has alot of serious side effects, so I just made a decision to take mines out asap....
Dlarson - I've been on NuvaRing for about 8 months. I've had several UTI's since being it which was never an issue for me before. About 6 weeks ago, I was hospitalized with my 1st kidney infection. Since then I have returned to my Dr. twice and STILL have a UTI. I've gone through 4 rounds of antibiotics including receiving them via IV in the hospital. I'm on the 8th day of a very strong 10 day antibiotic and the UTI symptoms have not improved at all. The urine culture did not show any kind of unusual infection, but for some reason I cannot get over this UTI. Out of desperation, I took the NuvaRing out today to see if my symptoms inprove. I highly suspect that it is the issue. Maybe I can finally get over this infection without that evil ring!!!
Sickofbeingsick2 - Hi,
Here's my personal experience:
I've been on the NR for only three months and have had yeast infections; /Don't even want to *think* about sex/ ; UTI's; flu-like symptoms: ie: cold/hot, coughing,fever, dizzy/nauseous., I even fainted! There's excruciating pain going to the bathroom or when I take it out for my period- which is heavy & clotting. I use heating pads for the pain...doesn't really help. Also dehydrated...Extremely weak ( been put on 1000iu of vitamin b12) and I am basically a shut- in now because I can't stop urinating--doesn't matter what I drink. I am scared to death and the ob thinks it's OK! As someone else replied elsewhere, I believe the FDA needs to ban this...Period!!
Kt - I have had yeast infections on and off for three years since starting the Nuva Ring. As it was not listed in side effects I assumed there was something wrong with my diet, or with my partner, or something. Now I think it has all been due to the NuvaRing and I'm terribly frustrated.
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Bicycleracebabe - Yeast infections and utis are actually common with nugatory ring. The most common way to get.a Uri is if you do not urinate after interviews.. if you don't do that right away you will probably get one. Ive been on nr for a while now, almost a year, and I get yeast infections once in awhile and am prone to UTIs even without it. I have found that the best solution is to take cranberry supplements. You can find them anywhere and they really help! Also make sure you have clean hands when you deal with it! That seems like common knowledge but really scrub up! The only problem I have with it is severe cramping during my period days that is so bad I end up doubled over in pain on the first day. No idea if that is normal...
Bicycleracebabe - Appologies for the insane typos, kindle fire issues hahaha. Intercourse not interviews. Although I'm sure that's important too...
Gurlinnc68 - Hi everytone, I've been on the Nuvaring since 2005 and have never had a UTI until now. I have uterine fibroids so (per my doctor's orders) I keep my ring in for 4 weeks, take it out, put another in, and then take it out four weeks later so that I can have a period every other month. My doctor wanted me to have a period every 3 months but it doesn't hold me that long and I would end up having a period anyways, even with it in. Anyways, I believe I developed a UTI that went into my kidneys because I didn't have the money to purchase a new NR when it was time to replace it at 4 weeks and waited another week (until payday) until I put a new one in. I'm not sexually active right now, so am only using it for fibroid management, but am pretty sure this is what caused my UTI/kidney infection. Like I said, I've been on it for over 7 years and have never had this problem, even when I was sexually active. I guess some people are just more sensitive than others, but it has worked for me for years and I will continue to use it. Pray everyone else is getting better soon!
Kristinamariez96 - I have only been using nuva ring for about a month and I feel like I have a bladder infection (which I used to get all the time) and I hate them. I'm thinking it's the nuva ring but I don't want to take it out because no other forms of birth control are an option for me. I'm going to try to stick it out and see what happens..
Medaware - My daughter started the Nuvaring earlier this year and has since had three severe kidney infections over a six month time period that landed her in the hospital each time. When I initially questioned the physicians (including her urologist) as to whether it could be related to the Nuvaring, my concerns were dismissed by all doctors. She is currently still recovering from her most recent kidney infection but I believe her infections are related to the Nuvaring and she will be removing it ASAP.
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