Birth Control Pills
Many women these days choose to use hormonal contraceptives to significantly lower their risks of pregnancy. While a good number of females purposely avoid this contraceptive method because of moral or religious values, and others refuse to take birth control pills because of the hormonal effects they have on the body, over 40% of American women reportedly take oral contraceptives. The Pill can be up to 99% effective in preventing pregnancy, and because of this it is one of the most popular methods of birth control in use today.
Typical Side Effects of Birth Control Pills
Women who are on birth control pills are ingesting and absorbing extra hormones, so most users do experience some side effects. Commonly, women on the birth control pill will experience varying degrees of the following:
- Weight gain
- Nausea
- Lighter and/or shorter periods
- Changes in mood
- Sore breasts
- Occasional spotting
Some women may experience more serious side effects, such as chest pain, blurred vision, extreme stomach pain, or chest pain. When this happens, the patient may be reacting poorly to The Pill as a result of some other medical disorder like heart or liver disease.
Doctors have a responsibility to inform their patients of any potential side effects that might come with taking any type of medication, including oral contraceptives. If your doctor has failed to fully inform you about any prescribed medication, you might have grounds for a legal action.
Contact Us
If you would like to learn more about birth control and the risks associated with it, or if you have experienced injuries due to the birth control pill, contact the Pennsylvania medical malpractice lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. today at 610-667-7511 to speak with one of our qualified attorneys.