CU PAG Educational Handouts for Patients

Problem Period Options - One Page

A one-page table of hormonal options for problem periods that providers can use in clinic during patient appointments.

Norethindrone Acetate (NETA)

Information for patients who are interested in using the progestin-based medication Norethindrone Acetate (NETA) to manage heavy and painful periods.

The Pill

Information for patients who are interested in using the pill to manage heavy and painful periods.

The Pill: Extended and Continuous Use

Extended and continued use patient information for the pill.

The Patch

Information for patients who are interested in using the patch to manage heavy and painful periods.

The Ring

Information for patients who are interested in using the ring (monthly or yearly) to manage heavy and painful periods.

Depo-Provera

Information for patients who are interested in using Depo-Provera (at the clinic or at home) to manage heavy and painful periods.

Implant

Information for patients who are interested in using the implant to manage heavy and painful periods.

Bleeding with the Implant

Information for patients concerned about bleeding with the implant.

Norethindrone POP

Information for patients who are interested in using Norethindrone Progestin-Only Pills (POP) to manage heavy and painful periods.

Drospirenone POP

Information for patients who are interested in using DrospirenoneProgestin-Only Pills (POP) to manage heavy and painful periods.

Getting an IUD to Help with your Period

Information for teens and young adults regarding the use of intrauterine devices (IUDs) to manage heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB). Packet includes information about hormonal IUDs, IUD placement, how periods might be affected, and what to expect both short-term and long-term from the Levonorgestrel IUD.

Getting an IUD Under Anesthesia

For teens and young adults who will be undergoing anesthesia for IUD insertion - this packet explains how to prepare for the procedure and what to expect afterwards.

IUD Myths and Facts

A collection of facts to counter common misconceptions about progestin IUDs – information includes safety concerns, patient eligibility and long-term expectations.

IUD for Menstrual Suppression in Teens with Special Medical Needs

Patient information about why the IUD is a good option for people who do not want to have regular menstrual periods, or who have medical conditions that may be made worse by their menstrual cycle.

PCOS General Information

Information for teens and young adults regarding how PCOS is diagnosed, causes, and treatment options.

Options for managing periods with PCOS

Overview of treatment options for teens and young adults with PCOS.

Options for managing PCOS symptoms

In addition to the options we outlined for managing periods with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), there are other options for managing PCOS symptoms including Metformin and Spironolactone.