Side effects of daily and emergency birth control pills

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When using birth control pills, users may experience some unwanted side effects, usually these side effects will disappear in a short time. Some side effects of birth control pills can be immediate like irregular bleeding,... or long-term side effects like heart problems,...

1. What is the daily pill?

Daily birth control pill aka Minipil pill. The main ingredients in the pill are estrogen and progesterone, two female sex hormones that thicken the mucus in the cervix, so sperm can't swim towards the uterus. Therefore, ovulation will not be able to occur for fertilization.
Properly taking birth control pills daily helps to prevent unwanted pregnancy very high. There are 2 main types of daily contraceptive pills:
Blister of 21 daily pills: This daily pill is made and packaged with 21 pills containing minipil. Blister of 28 daily birth control pills: This type of daily birth control pill is made and packaged in 28 pills, but 21 of them contain minipil and 7 are placebo (containing sugar and iron).

2. What is the emergency contraceptive pill?

When having unprotected sex or using other methods of contraception fail, the emergency contraceptive pill is the most commonly used method of birth control.
Cases where emergency contraception should be used such as being raped, breaking or slipping a condom during sex, forgetting the daily dose of birth control during the cycle.
Delaying ovulation is the mechanism of action of the emergency contraceptive pill. There are three types of emergency contraception available in drug stores and over-the-counter. However, depending on the brand and amount, the use of emergency contraception can be 1 pill or 2 pills.

3. Side effects of daily and emergency contraceptive pills

3.1. Immediate side effects of birth control pills When using birth control pills, users may experience some unwanted side effects, usually these side effects will go away in a short time. The common side effects of using emergency contraception and daily oral contraceptives are as follows:
Bleeding between periods: This is one of the most common side effects of oral contraceptives. This is because the body changes hormones or the uterus adjusts so that the endometrium is thinner. Abnormal vaginal bleeding will occur between cycles. However, in the case of vaginal bleeding for more than 5 days when taking birth control pills or heavy bleeding for 3 days or more, you should see a doctor for appropriate treatment. Nausea: Some women who use oral contraceptives experience nausea as a side effect, but this side effect will subside after a while. To limit nausea, women can take birth control pills at bedtime. In case of severe nausea, lasting more than 3 months, you should go to a medical facility for guidance. Breast pain: Breast pain is one of the side effects of emergency contraception and daily birth control pills. This is because birth control pills cause enlargement of the mammary glands leading to the breasts, which usually goes away on their own after a few weeks. To reduce breast pain caused by birth control pills, women should reduce their salt and coffee intake. Headaches: The hormones present in birth control pills increase the risk of headaches for users. Depending on the type of drug, it will cause different symptoms. Weight gain and mood swings: Birth control pills can cause water retention in the body, thus increasing body weight. These birth control pills contribute to mood and emotional changes in women. Missed period: A side effect of the daily and emergency contraceptive pills is a missed period, which can be caused by stress or hormonal abnormalities. If a period is late or the amount of bleeding is low when using oral contraceptives, the user should take a pregnancy test before starting the next dose. Decreased or increased sex drive: The problem of decreased sex drive is a common side effect of birth control pills in women, if this condition persists, you should consult a medical professional. In some cases, birth control pills can increase libido and reduce pain in dysmenorrhea, endometriosis... Change in vaginal discharge: Vaginal discharge may increase or decrease when using the drug. contraception. In case the vagina is dry, you can use more lubricants to make sex more comfortable and easier to achieve. Eye changes: Birth control pills cause hormonal changes and are associated with thickening of the cornea.

3.2. Long-term side effects of birth control pills Using birth control pills too much can increase your risk of long-term health problems. The long-term side effects of birth control pills are as follows:
Cardiovascular problems: Birth control pills can increase the risk associated with cardiovascular disease. People with uncontrolled high blood pressure or a history of heart attack... should ask their doctor about other birth control methods. Cancer risk: Birth control pills can increase the risk of ovarian and endometrial cancer, breast cancer, cervical cancer, and liver cancer.

4. How to use oral contraceptives daily and urgently?

When using daily oral contraceptives and emergency contraceptive pills, women should absolutely follow the doctor's instructions, do not increase or decrease the dose on their own. In addition, women should note some of the following issues:
At the beginning of using the drug, women will feel abnormal in their body, so they should prepare mentally and take measures to deal with it. side effects of oral contraceptives. If side effects occur frequently and the severity increases, it is necessary to consult a doctor for advice. It is advisable to keep healthy living habits to limit the side effects of emergency contraceptive pills and daily birth control pills. For daily nutrition, it is recommended to eat a lot of vegetables and fruits, soybean sprouts to help the body control weight and regulate menstruation. Exercise in moderation and reasonable to be more supple and healthy, helping to regulate the natural menstrual cycle very effectively. Keep a comfortable mind, avoid stress as well as stress by doing what you like to make your body comfortable, reduce stress and support birth control pills to work more effectively.

As soon as there is a desire to have a baby, to prepare for a healthy pregnancy, both husband and wife should check their reproductive health 3-5 months before becoming pregnant.
The wife should:
Get vaccinated before pregnancy (especially against rubella because rubella in pregnancy is extremely dangerous ) Genetic testing to screen for genetic diseases before pregnancy Check for secondary infections In particular, women over the age of 35 who want to become pregnant (especially if they have never been pregnant) will have to have a very detailed health check because pregnancy at this age often problems: ovarian failure, premature birth, higher risk of birth defects, placenta previa, preeclampsia. The husband should:
Check reproductive health, detect testicular atrophy, physiological weakness, weak sperm... Sexually transmitted diseases, especially those that cannot be cured, are extremely dangerous. Vinmec currently has many comprehensive health care programs for couples, pregnant mothers and their unborn babies, including basic pre-marital examination packages, advanced pre-marital examination packages, and maternity packages. . Vinmec has a team of experienced doctors in the fields of obstetrics and gynecology, IVF, stem cells, gene technology, capable of synchronously and comprehensively deploying the most advanced assisted reproductive techniques today.
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