A member asked:

I recently started generess fe and am worried about blood clots and embolisms. can i do anything to reduce my risk, or put my mind at ease?

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Dr. David Krulak answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Clots: Although the estrogens in contraceptives increase the risk of clots, the risk of clots is considered to be higher in pregnancy than while on a combination pill. Things a person can do to lower the risk include not being obese, not having surgery, and not being inactive (long plane or car rides).

Answered 7/13/2014

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