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Re: bcps right through menopause MANY Dr.s opinions pleaseFrom: William F. von Almen, II, MD, FACOG (anonymous@obgyn.net)Sun, 31 Dec 2000 20:04:09 -0600 (CST)
At Sun, 31 Dec 2000, Trish wrote: > >Dr.s, What is the latest information on women in their 40's taking bcp >right up until menopause? Is this SAFE?? Trish Provided you have no risk, ie hbp, smoking, clotting problem it is safe. Some would question heart diseas history and cholesterol screening to be safe, but the first 3 are the biggies to watch for, otherwise, some keep you on them into the early to mid 50's. Hope this helps.
-- William F. von Almen, II, MD, FACOG Editorial Advisor-Pregnancy and Birth Private Practice New Orleans, La.
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