Are there medical reasons why you should not take the Birth Control Pill?

Question

Is it possible that you would be advised not to take the Pill under certain circumstances? Apart from personal preference, effectiveness, etc... just medical reasons why it would not be suitable?

I would really appreciate your advice on this, as my Partner is insistant any female (of suitable age) can take it, and there is no medical reason that you would be advised not to go on the Pill. I do not think he is correct, but would like clarification.

I would really appreciate your help to resolve this dispute please!

Answer 1

There are a list of contraindications to the combined pill, which the doctor should check on before prescribing. These are also included in the sheet in every pack.

− Pregnancy or suspected pregnancy (that cannot yet be excluded)
- Thrombophlebitis and thrombo-embolic processes, or a history of these conditions (including history of confirmed venous thrombo-embolism (VTE), family history of idiopathic VTE and other known risk factors for VTE),
- Moderate to severe hypertension, hyperlipoproteinaemia.
- The presence of more than one of the risk factors for arterial disease.
- Severe liver disease
- A history of jaundice of pregnancy or jaundice due to the use of steroids
- Rotor syndrome and Dubin-Johnson syndrome, hepatic cell tumours and porphyria.
- Gallstones ( current)
- Known or suspected oestrogen-dependent tumours; endometrial hyperplasia; undiagnosed vaginal bleeding.
- Systemic lupus erythematosus or a history of this condition.
- History of herpes gestationis.

Answer 2

The Pill has been linked to causing blood clots, so doctors warn against taking the Pill for smokers, people with heart disease or other related conditions.

There are probably other precautions. When I was on the pill, they came with a 10 page pamphlet about the usage and dangers. Definitely see a doctor to determine if it's right for you.

Answer 3

No.

Taking or not taking birth control pill all depends on individual as well as the couple's decision as they both have got the same right on this matter.

I got married 3 years ago, my husband wanted me to use contraceptive pill because he hated using condoms. i did for a few weeks, on and off. Finally I had to stop because I was bleeding too much as well as suffering from pain in my lower stomach and feeling weak and nauseatic. From that day I stopped taking the pill and started to try for a baby.

Doctors says if you are on pill for a long time and when you want to get pregnant you will have to wait for a long time as it takes a year for the residue of the pill to be cleared from your system.

If you are suffering from thrush or yeast infection as well, contraceptive pill is the first thing that the G.P would prescribed you if you are not trying for a baby..


So, we say Birth control pill acts as a protection if you don't want to fall pregnant and get rid of your infection as well.

But I believe that one should be free to make his own decision as evryone knows how to give advise but final decision will be yours. This is a natural process of a female body and I don't think that anybody should try to change it.

Answer 4

If you are predisposed to thrombosis your GP would probably advise against taking the pill.
A test case involving more than 100 women who say they were exposed to potentially lethal side effects of the third generation contraceptive pill has started at the High Court.
Lawyers representing the families are taking action against three pharmaceutical companies, saying the women were not warned of the possible dangers of the Pill.

They claim the third generation Pill caused the women to develop blood clots which led to long-term damage to their health, and in around 10% of cases proved fatal.

Answer 5

Consuming hormonal Pills is the treatment of choice preferred by number of gynecologist. Yes, In Endometriosis and Polycystic Ovarian syndrome these pills are often prescribed after attaining proper diagnosis.These Pills and both the diseases have any co relation with Sex. Whether you opt it or not , choice is yours. Medically speaking Abstinence is not related with both disease and taking of pills.

Answer 6

there are certain pills which suit different people eg if youve got high blood pressure they wont put you on microgynon 30 although there should be another pill which you can use. when you go to the drs and ask to be put on the pill they will ask you a list of questions such as has anyone in your family had breast cancer, high blood pressure etc and wheather you smoke or not, make sure you answer these questions correctly though as certain pills have to be avoided. hope this helps x

Answer 7

The pill is NOT suitable for every female
ABSOLUTE contraindication
1) history of thromboembolism and thrombotic disease-(blood clots)
2)Liver disease with raised enzyme levels
3)Known or suspected breast cancer
4)undiagnosed genital bleeding
5)smoking in women over 35
6)Known or suspected pregnancy

RELATIVE
These are a matter of risk/benefit discussion with patient
e.g. older lady
history of BP
Migraine
Epilepsy
Diabetes
any other condition

Answer 8

There are different kinds of pills. It's proper to get a check up and advice of a doctor before starting any pills.
JJ has done a very good job. I will say ditto.

Answer 9

I was advised not to take it both my parents were diabetic
doctors also don't like women over 35 who smoke to be on the pill
there are other reasons your doctor would go though them with you

Answer 10

If you have high blood pressure it may not be advisable as the pill can raise blood pressure.

It is also not advisable for those over 35 who smoke, people who suffer from blood clots, have a circulatory disease, breast cancer, severe migraine, diabetes with complications and active liver or gall bladder disease.