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Does the Pill Cause Cancer?Like other drugs, the modern birth control pill is not entirely free of side effects. Weight gain, nausea and vomiting have been reported. So have irregular bleeding and a feeling of fullness in the breasts and pelvis. "Although the convenience of the pill is obvious from the start, soon its problems may also be evident. Many women suffer from headaches, bloating, nausea, irregular bleeding, breast tenderness, weight gain or optical changes. Other unpleasant effects that can occur from a few months to a few years after starting oral contraceptive use include high blood pressure, gallbladder disease, liver tumors, depression and metabolic disorders such as diabetes. Temporary infertility has been associated with the period of time right after pill use is shortened," revealed Dr. Sidney M. Wolfe and the Public Citizen Health Research Group in “Women's Health Alert.” Fortunately, most of these side effects are minor and rare. They're more likely to occur in women who smoke, especially if they're older than 35. The most serious threat faced by pill users is blood clots in the veins which can be fatal. No one knows why this happens but the high estrogen content of some pills is believed to be responsible for this condition. Blood-clotting problems appear to be more common in women with a family history of strokes, heart attacks and cardiovascular disease, including those with severe varicose veins. These women should avoid the pill. But the thing that scares women is the pill’s suspected link with breast cancer. Again, the culprit seems to be estrogen which apparently speeds up the growth of breast tumor cells in some women. Researchers believe that the most susceptible group is women who have used oral contraceptives long before their first pregnancy and young pill users who have never given birth. Low dose pills may lessen the risk of cancer. Still, the final word on pill use and breast cancer is not yet out. Until the results are in, women with breast or cervical cancer and hepatitis or liver problems should stay away from the pill. What we do know is that the pill protects women from certain cancers, particularly ovarian and endometrial cancer. Protection from ovarian cancer increases after three or more years of pill use and remains in effect long after oral contraception is stopped. With endometrial cancer, there is a reduced risk even after a year of using the pill. Pill users are also less likely to suffer from ovarian and breast cysts, pelvic infections and anemia from excessive menstrual flow. "How do you know whether the pill is safe for you? It probably is safe if you are younger than 40 and a nonsmoker. If you smoke, you probably should not use the pill after age 35 years. Women who have had certain forms of blood vessel disease, heart problems or some types of cancer should find another method of birth control. If you have migraine headaches, hypertension, sickle cell anemia or diabetes, or if you are about to undergo an operation, the pill may increase your risk of complications. You and your physician must weigh the risks. In general, the risks of the pill are significantly less than the risk of pregnancy itself," concluded Dr. David E. Larson, editor-in-chief of the “Mayo Clinic Family Health Book.” (Next: Are hormonal implants effective?) To enjoy sex in your later years, keep fit, eat right and love life. That simple advice can go a long way in preserving your sex life. For extra help, take Fematril, a safe and natural female sexual enhancer that can stimulate your mind and body. For details, go to http://www.fematril.com/.
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Sharon Bell is an avid health and fitness enthusiast and published author. Many of her insightful articles can be found at the premier online news magazine http://www.HealthLinesNews.com.
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