Myths about Contraceptive Pills
Common myths and misconceptions about contraceptive pills
BBC
MAR 17
Oral contraceptives are hormone-based pills that have either progesterone and estrogen or progesterone. These prevent unwanted pregnancy in sexually active women.
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Oral Contraceptive pills are about 92-99% effective and reliable for women with active sexual drive and certainly not pregnant. Though commonly used, there are many myths around their regular use.
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Many people seem to believe regular use of birth control pills may negatively effect fertility.
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Some think birth control pills are the cause for cancer in ovaries, uterus and breasts. They actually reduce the risk of ovarian cancer.
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Most think contraception is only used to avoid pregnancy. They are prescribed for teen girls to regulate menstrual cycles or to manage PCOS.
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Another belief is that for the pills to be effective, they need to be taken at the same time every day. A 3-hour window is effective enough.
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Many think as long as the women is taking a birth control pill, there is no need for other contraception. But, pills don't prevent sexually transmitted infections.
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Some women think pills can cause birth defects in their unborn especially if they stop pills only for a short period before pregnancy.
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Some believe that taking contraceptive pills can effect general health, like headaches, asthma and hair loss, especially if used for long time.
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Many believe it can affect your sexual drive or cause frigidity in women. Some think it promotes promiscuity.
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