Birth control pills are dangerous?!
Question: My mom told me she never took the pills because they are very dangerous in the long term and seriously increase chance of getting cancer. I'm a smoker but I know other smokers who also take the pills.
Are the pills seriously dangerous?
Answers: My mom told me she never took the pills because they are very dangerous in the long term and seriously increase chance of getting cancer. I'm a smoker but I know other smokers who also take the pills.
Are the pills seriously dangerous?
They are if you're a smoker, a lot of doctors won't prescribe you birth control pills if you smoke, it increases the risk of high blood pressure as well as blood clots. There are definitely known side effects to birth control pills, but no more dangerous than taking any other medication out there. They all have risks of side effects, but they're very rare and for the most part, look how many people DO take birth control pills and are fine. The pros definitely outweigh the cons.
Most birth control pills used by women today have two hormones: estrogen and progestin. These birth control pills are highly safe and effective. They are 99% effective in preventing pregnancy when used correctly and consistently.
Pills with these two hormones also give women many health benefits. The pill helps to prevent cancer of the ovary and lining of the uterus. It also helps women have regular menstrual periods and reduces painful cramps. In addition, the birth control pill can help prevent iron deficiency anemia and help to reduce the chances of getting benign breast lumps.
Women who take the birth control pill may get a side effect called breakthrough bleeding. Breakthrough bleeding consists of spotting or bleeding in between periods. This side effect is not harmful, but can be inconvenient. It usually disappears within 3 months of starting the pill. Women who smoke cigarettes are more likely to experience this side effect than women who don't smoke.
Unfortunately, women who smoke cigarettes and are over age 35 years should not use pills with these two hormones. Older women who smoke and use these pills have an increased risk of heart attack and stroke. Progestin-only pills can be used by older women who smoke, but these pills don't have all the health benefits of the others. So, if you smoke and you want to use the pill, you should stop smoking.
I do not think they are dangerous. The smoking is 1000 times more dangerous.
My advice would be to stick to progesterone only (or mini) pills.
The increased risk of breast cancer is usually linked to estrogen. The pills have some benefits, too. A few studies have shown that progesterone pills may actually reduce breast cancer risk. They also reduce the risk of ovarian cancer and endometrial cancer.
Smokers are advised to stay away from estrogen containing (or combination) pills as they can increase the risk of heart attacks and stroke.
If you are a smoker it increases your chances of developing blood clots. A lot of the commercials do not recommed taking the pill if you smoke.
Every pill has it bad qualities, you should discuss the benefits and risks with your doctor.