Hi, I have a throbbing lower back, as though in about to start my period but I m half way through my loestrin pill packet for this month. My glands below my ears feel swollen, my head feels heavy, sore throat and just generally feel weak all over. Painful to swallow . Slight congestion when I lay down. Legs and arms are weak. Lips were chapped 2 days ago. Slight headache when I stand up but no coughing or sneezing . Any advice would be great, thank you. Laura
Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The pain in your back that you have described is likely to be a muscular pain due to a bad posture. It is not likely to be due to an impending period if you are taking your pill regularly. Taking a mild painkiller and bed rest will help alleviate your symptoms. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.