To add to that, I have Hashimoto's, a reason why I am a bit worried about taking birth control pills. I would seriously prefer birth control pills (while using the condoms of course), but friends who have had hypothyroidism have warned me against birth control unless I begin taking thyroid supplements (which I have been advised are premature at this stage). I would really like to know if this i...

To add to that, I have Hashimoto's, a reason why I am a bit worried about taking birth control pills. I would seriously prefer birth control pills (while using the condoms of course), but friends who have had hypothyroidism have warned me against birth control unless I begin taking thyroid supplements (which I have been advised are premature at this stage). I would really like to know if this i...

To add to that, I have Hashimoto's, a reason why I am a bit worried about taking birth control pills. I would seriously prefer birth control pills (while using the condoms of course), but friends who have had hypothyroidism have warned me against birth control unless I begin taking thyroid supplements (which I have been advised are premature at this stage). I would really like to know if this i...

To add to that, I have Hashimoto's, a reason why I am a bit worried about taking birth control pills. I would seriously prefer birth control pills (while using the condoms of course), but friends who have had hypothyroidism have warned me against birth control unless I begin taking thyroid supplements (which I have been advised are premature at this stage). I would really like to know if this i...

AIM To review milestones in development of oral contraceptive pills since their introduction in the US 50 years ago in order to better understand how a new formulation with low-dose estrogen in an extended-cycle pattern fits into the evolution of birth control pills. METHODS This is a review of trends in the development of various birth controls pills and includes data from phase III clinical...

The quick answer is it's likely, but the extent to which breast size increases depends both on the woman and the type of birth control pill she uses. Estrogen and progestin, the hormones found in birth control pills, often lead to an increase in breast size that generally reverses after a few cycles or when the woman goes off the pill. One reason the breasts become larger and feel engorged is b...

Currently, Contraceptive agents play a key role in family planning in India. Hormonal contraception is the marketed most common birth control option in women. An estimated 100 million women throughout the world use hormonal contraceptives for prevention of pregnancy. This article briefly describes the recent advances in hormonal contraceptive strategies that may minimize side effects while opti...

It's natural to feel frightened when experiencing something new, especially when it involves something as personal as birth control or as private as a gynecological exam. It's great that you're seeking information about what?s involved to ease your concerns. During your appointment, the medical professional will likely ask you questions about your medical history and then conduct a physical and...

Thanks for doing a little digging around the archives! Weighing the benefits and risks of longterm medication like birth control pills may be a little confusing ? there is certainly a lot of information out there. Luckily, current research provides a lot of comprehensive information about the many health benefits of oral contraceptives (OCs) and also dispels a lot of misconceptions about risks ...

It's natural to feel frightened when experiencing something new, especially when it involves something as personal as birth control or as private as a gynecological exam. It's great that you're seeking information about what?s involved to ease your concerns. During your appointment, the medical professional will likely ask you questions about your medical history and then conduct a physical and...