Have you considered a BCP???I know you mentioned that you gain weight from them. Not necessarily. Depending on what you are looking for...like any pill, they all have their side effects. Most recent BCP's don't have that side effect anymore. Ask your OB/GYN to prescribe the right one for you. I have been through 3 different brands in the past 7 years. and finally found one that agrees with me and have been with it for 3 years. You may have to play around with them until you are satisfied. But with your OB/GYN's, they should be able to find the right BCP for you with the right combination of hormones.