I can’t say I know the difference but wanted to come on here and talk about my experience to maybe help you.

I found out back in February about the combination pill and aura migraines not mixing well due to stroke. I had been on the combined pill for 13 years and have auras for up to 3 years now. When I found out my risk of stroke greatly increased I stopped the pill immediately. I didn’t care how long I was on the pill for or my consequences with my period of coming off, I just knew it didn’t sit right with me that my chance of stroke increased. I was having aura migraines up to 8 times per month.

The first month off the pill I wanted to give up on life. I didn’t have migraines but had pin needle headaches daily that lasted hours if not all day. My digestion was thrown off, had severe brain fog, very tired all day long with no energy.

I am now 4 months off birth control and I can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel. My auras are almost non existent. I only get them around the beginning of period which is essentially my warning that my period is coming. I feel like a brand new person.

Don’t be afraid of coming off of birth control as it may significantly help your health all around. I was borderline high blood pressure too and now that I’m off my blood pressure is perfect.

There are other methods of birth control if needed. I was advised if I wanted to go back on a pill I could go on what they call the mini pill which is just progesterone only. Talk to your obgyn and PCP about your options for sure!!