I only used the Nuvaring for one month because I could no longer ...

I only used the Nuvaring for one month because I could no longer handle the side-effects. Physically, it was great. I did not gain weight and my boobs became noticeable larger. However, the mood swings were unbearable. I cried all the time. I went on vacation and the entire time, I felt fat, ugly, and just DEPRESSED! I fought with my boyfriend non-stop, fortunately, he was very understanding and knew that these mood swings were not me, but my medication. I hated him seeing me become this monster that was completely hormonally induced and not at all a reflection of who I am. All I wanted to do was drive in my car, listen to sad music, and cry. I have one of the most fun jobs in the world and I LOVE it, but I suddenly hated going to work. I grew increasingly resentful and then depressed by my own behavior. I kept the NuvaRing in for the full three weeks, then took it out. When I awoke the next morning, it was as if a haze had been cleared away. The sun was shining and I felt a thousand pounds lighter. The familiar feeling of MYSELF had returned. My doctor really wanted me to stay on Nuvaring for another two months, but I refused. I've had problems with low-dose hormones in the past, so I switched back to a high-dose hormone and have not had problems since. I'm back to loving my job and no longer cry because the wind changes direction.