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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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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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