Just to play Devil's Advocate...a few weeks ago, I was put on "The Pill" to regulate my periods. Let me tell you it has not been a good experience. Not only did the problems I was having INCREASE the medicine made me sick as well. It just doesn't seem to be the answer for me.

I would encourage you to see a doctor. I was terrified too, but my husband went with me and my mom is going with me to my appointment this week. Telling them you are scared also helps. They will make the extra effort to make the experience better for you (in most cases).

Don't put it off. Heaven forbid it is something serious, catching it sooner usually makes it easier to treat. Good luck Mortimer...keep me posted.