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Is viorele a low dose bcp? concerned about having a higher risk of breast cancer. thank you?

Q: is viorele a low dose bcp? concerned about having a higher risk of breast cancer. thank you?

: Yes, it is a low dose contraceptive. Most studies suggest that the use of oral contraceptives is not associated with an overall increase in the risk of developing breast cancer.

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Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Yes, it is a low dose contraceptive. Most studies suggest that the use of oral contraceptives is not associated with an overall increase in the risk of developing breast cancer.

Answered 10/20/2021

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Is viorele a low dose bcp? concerned about having a higher risk of breast cancer. thank you?

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