5 Benefits of Birth Control Pills Besides Contraception

The primary purpose of birth control pills is contraception, but they also offer several other benefits:

  1. Regulating Menstrual Cycles
    For those with irregular menstrual cycles, such as infrequent or missing periods for several months, using birth control pills can make periods regular and consistent.

  2. Reducing Menstrual Pain
    Particularly for those with conditions like endometriosis or chocolate cysts, birth control pills can help control and reduce symptoms, preventing the condition from worsening.

  3. Reducing Acne and Oily Skin
    In cases of acne or oily skin, the estrogen in birth control pills can help reduce both. Especially those with certain ingredients or hormones that counteract male hormones can be even more effective in reducing acne and oiliness.

  4. Preventing Uterine Cancer
    For those at risk of uterine cancer, especially those with infrequent periods, using birth control pills can prevent uterine cancer. Regular shedding of the uterine lining every month can help prevent the build-up of cells that may lead to cancer.

  5. Reducing Heavy Menstrual Flow
    Birth control pills can help reduce heavy menstrual flow, which in turn reduces blood loss and the risk of anemia.

Other Benefits Besides Contraception

  • Reducing Menstrual Cramps:
    Studies show that 31% of women using birth control pills report reduced menstrual pain. This is because the hormones in the pills prevent ovulation, and without ovulation, the uterus doesn’t cramp during the release of an egg.

  • Reducing Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD):
    These are emotional disturbances before menstruation, affecting physical health, behavior, and mood. Symptoms include irritability, stress, mood swings, depression, lack of concentration, fatigue, and insomnia, all of which may disrupt daily life. These symptoms usually disappear once menstruation starts.

  • Relieving Menstrual Migraines:
    Migraines, a severe type of headache, affect nearly 30 million Americans, 75% of whom are women. Hormonal fluctuations are a major trigger for migraines in some women. Experts believe that menstrual migraines are linked to the drop in estrogen and progesterone levels before menstruation. Using birth control pills can help alleviate these migraines.

Note: This information is specific to hormonal birth control pills, both combined and single-hormone types, and does not apply to emergency contraception pills.

Side Effects of Emergency Contraception:

  • May cause changes in the menstrual cycle, such as periods arriving earlier or later than usual
  • Spotting or light bleeding
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Fatigue
  • Headaches and dizziness
  • Abdominal pain or breast tenderness

Some of this information is sourced from Healthline and NHK.

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