Are there specific health risks associated with oral contraceptives beyond contraception, such as potential links to cancer or cardiovascular conditions?
Gaurav ChauhanContributor
Are there non-contraceptive health risks associated with oral contraceptive use, such as an increased risk of certain cancers?
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Oral contraceptives can increase the risk of blood clots, stroke, and heart attack, especially in smokers and older women.
Oral contraceptives have been linked to a higher risk of breast and cervical cancers but may reduce the risk of ovarian, endometrial, and colorectal cancers.
Certain oral contraceptives can elevate blood pressure, potentially raising the risk of cardiovascular problems in predisposed individuals.
Oral contraceptives can raise the risk of blood clots, stroke, and heart attacks, especially in smokers or women over 35.
Some studies suggest a link between oral contraceptives and a slight increase in the risk of breast and cervical cancer.