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A member asked:

Does progestin only birth control pills increase blood clot risk? i am confused because my doctor told me not to worry but my pharmacist said the mini pill can. then there are websites like webmd that says it doesnt?

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Dr. Brad Douglas answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Progesterone only does not only estrogen does

Answered 5/23/2021

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No estrogen in this pill, makes it the lowest risk of any hormonal birth control. Anyone can get a blood clot, regardless of medication, if they have an increased genetic tendency for clotting disorders.

Answered 5/25/2021

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