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FPA reacts to BMJ article on link between oral contraception and thrombosis
14 August 2009
Reacting to research published in the British Medical Journal on the combined pill and deep vein thrombosis, Lynn Hearton, Helpline and Information Services Manager, fpa said:
“It is important to realise that this study mirrors the current guidance for health professionals who prescribe the combined pill. The study reaffirms what we already know and that all brands of the pill are very safe.
“Although the combined pill does slightly increase the risk of thrombosis, the risk is still really low. If any women are worried about the pill they should not stop using it. They should continue taking it and seek advice from a health professional.“
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