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Re: [Birth Control] BCP and risk of breast cancer
From: M. Kelly Shanahan, MD, FACOG (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sun, 21 Jul 2002 14:48:03 -0500 (CDT)

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In reply to: Kate: "[Birth Control] BCP and risk of breast cancer"

At Fri, 19 Jul 2002, Kate wrote: >
>As a young (20s) person with a family history of breast cancer I have
>been struggling with the idea of using birth control pills. It seems
>that there are research studies that indicate "no increased risk" and
>also others that report increased risk of breast cancer. I realize that
>there are other methods of contraception available but most are not as
>effective. So.... is their an increased risk of breast cancer with use
>of the BCP???? Or ... has their not been enough research done yet to
>know?

the majority of studies show NO increase in brest cancer from use of birth control pills.
The IUD and DepoProvera are 2 other options that aare MORE effective thean birth control pills. You hsould talk to your doctor about your concerns and your options

-- M. Kelly Shanahan, MD, FACOG S. Lake Tahoe, CA
author of "Your Over-35 Week-by-Week Pregnancy Guide"
**this is for general educational purposes only and does not supplant the need for you to consult with your own physician** ***private e-mails WILL NOT be answered***

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