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Is it risky to go on low dose birth control if i have fibroadenoma in my breast? im 36. no history of breast cancer or blood clots. non smoker . ty

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Dr. Ralph Boling answered

Should be fine: Low dose, is safest, good choice. Other options such as Mirena IUD, and Nexplanon, have no estrogen and also could be good choices.

Dr Hegab and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/11/2019

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A member asked:

Is it risky to go on low dose birth control if i have fibroadenoma in my breast? im 36. no history of breast cancer or blood clots. non smoker . ty

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ralph Boling answered

Dr Hegab and another doctor agreed

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