Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests + optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): Birth control pills can cause some serious side effects because of how they interact with your body.
OCP pills (of all types) work by suppressing the normal production of both estrogen and progesterone. This can help to mask certain symptoms that may be associated with hormone imbalances but it doesn't actually solve them.
Instead, man-made synthetic hormones in birth control pills act to suppress the normal hormone function in your body.
This can lead to a number of serious side effects, some of which are very concerning.
I'm not talking about the more typical side effects, such as breast tenderness, nausea, or headaches. I'm talking about more serious side effects, proven in clinical studies, that your doctor may not know about.
Before you use birth control pills you should be aware that they are associated with the following conditions:
#1. Breast cancer (20% increase risk for those taking OCP)
#2. Weight gain (some studies indicate up to 10 pounds)
#3. Menstrual irregularities and infertility even after you stop
#4. Melasma and hyperpigmentation
#5. Yeast infections (candida, vaginal yeast infections, and thrush)
#6. Increased risk of developing autoimmune disease (MS, lupus, Crohn's, Ulcerative colitis, alopecia, and more)
#7. Blood clots
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I'm Dr. Westin Childs and I focus on thyroid health, hormone balance, and weight loss. I write about thyroid disorders, weight loss, insulin resistance, estrogen/progesterone balance on my blog. I truly believe that hormone balance is the key to managing your weight, your mood and your quality of life which is why I'm so passionate about it.
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