So I have been told by two doctors before I should get on birth control to regulate my menstrual cycle. My cycle is way out of whack, and when I do have a peirod (I may not have one for up to 4 months at a time) they are painful and heavy. I had a gyncolgical exam last year and the doctor said everything was fine, she couldn't figure out why my peroids did that but if it was causing me discomfort I should consider birth control to regulate it. Well being the stubbron mule I am, I have yet to really fathom the idea, but since I'm not regulating and there is a small chance I may become sexual active soon, I figure it would be best to start.

I really don't understand the diffrences in birth control, and all the side effects, which is best and etc..

lol the best way to describe my knowledge on birth control is this little dude --->

Anyone have any recommendations? Or certain ones I should avoid? Any and all input is welcomed, I"m quite lost on the subject, adn far to shy to talk to my medical doctor about it(plus it's a small town, I don't trust anyone in that office to keep their trap shut, and last thing I want is stuff going around)

Thank you!!