I have been on Yasmin for about 1 1/2 yrs. I had previously been...

I have been on Yasmin for about 1 1/2 yrs. I had previously been on other birth control pills but after the birth of my 2nd child, I had a lot of spotting when I went back on that same pill. My OB/GYN recommended Yasmin so I gave it try. It seemed to work well but now I have experienced certain symptoms in the last 3-6 months that lead me to believe they may be related to Yasmin. I have migraines several times per week as well as regular headaches everyday that will not subside by taking a pain reliever. I have painful swelling in one finger of my left hand that will not go away. My legs and arms seems to ache all of the time and I have painful breasts constantly. I am only 38 yrs old and have 2 young children but sometimes I feel like a really old woman! I decided today, after thinking about the possible connection between these symptoms, then reading these messages that I am discontinuing use of Yasmin. I fear for what could happen next if I stay on it. Thank you for all of your posts in helping me make my decision.