Hey there! Let’s dive into some important info about birth control pills and hormonal contraceptives.

First off, when it comes to combined oral contraceptives, they’re not suitable for everyone, especially if you’re at risk of thrombophilia. Your personal gynecologist can help assess this risk and order tests before deciding if these pills are right for you. If you smoke, have diabetes, are overweight or obese, or have hypertension, these pills might not be the best choice. If you have two or more of these factors, like smoking and being over 35, then these pills are usually off the table.

But it’s not all bad news! Combined oral contraceptives can actually improve your skin and hair. They often reduce acne and seborrhea, giving you clearer, healthier-looking skin.

In fact, these pills are one of the most reliable methods of preventing pregnancy. They’re usually well-tolerated and safe for most healthy women. Plus, they’re super easy to use – just take them regularly.

And the benefits don’t stop there. Hormonal tablets can help regulate your menstrual cycle, ease premenstrual symptoms, relieve menstrual pain, and reduce heavy bleeding. They can even treat conditions like hyperandrogenism (think Diane 35), and lower your risk of anemia, ovarian cysts, and certain cancers.

Sure, there can be some side effects, but many doctors agree that the positives outweigh the negatives. It’s important to remember that birth control pills are prescribed based on your body’s needs. There are different brands with varying hormone levels – high-dose, low-dose, and micro-dose. Some contain up to 30-35 mcg of hormones (like Diane 35 or Janin), while others have only 15-20 mcg (like Logest).

And here’s a reassuring fact: once you stop taking the pills, your fertility returns, and you can get pregnant again. According to the World Health Organization, taking these pills before planning a pregnancy doesn’t harm the fetus or affect the success of your pregnancy.

Now, let’s talk about other options like injectable hormonal preparations. These shots contain progestin or a mix of estrogen and progestin, and they work by preventing ovulation, thickening cervical mucus to block sperm movement, and altering the uterine lining to make implantation difficult.

But these injections aren’t commonly recommended for contraception. There are also subcutaneous implants filled with levonorgestrel, a highly effective progestin, which last for up to five years.

So, whether you’re considering pills, injections, or implants, it’s important to talk to your doctor about what’s best for you. If you suspect you’re pregnant while on birth control, don’t panic – just consult your doctor and consider stopping the pills if necessary. Your health and well-being always come first!