If you’ve recently started on birth control or menopausal hormone therapy and feel like you’ve gained a little weight, you’re certainly not alone. We often associate both of these regimens with weight ...

This article was reviewed by Julia Switzer, MD, FACOG. If you’ve recently started on birth control or menopausal hormone therapy and feel like you’ve gained a little weight, you’re certainly not alone ...

Medically reviewed by Danielle Weiss, MD Key Takeaways High progesterone can cause symptoms similar to PMS, like fatigue and bloating.Progesterone levels rise naturally during pregnancy to support the ...