"i started this pill a couple months before turning 18, just turned 20, so about 2 years or so. i did notice the weight gain but i quit smoking at the same time so i don&#039;t really know what caused it. my periods don&#039;t exist anymore.  my doctor told me i can skip my placebos and never bleed. i still spot at random times of the year. usually twice a year and it&#039;s very light to where i don&#039;t have to wear anything. i have noticed my mood swings getting pretty bad at certain times but overall the pill works great for me!  i haven&#039;t had any issues yet."