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Benefits of BCPs

BCPs can provide highly reliable contraceptive protection, exceeding 99%. Even when imperfect use (skipping an occasional pill) is considered, the BCPs are still very effective in preventing pregnancy.

In addition to their contraceptive benefits, the BCPs have a number of other benefits. When strong enough to suppress ovarian function, BCPs generally:

  • Cause menstrual cycles to occur regularly and predictably

  • Shorten menstrual flows

  • Lighten menstrual flows

  • Reduce the risk of iron deficiency anemia

  • Reduce menstrual cramps

  • Eliminate painful ovulation

  • Reduce premenstrual symptoms

  • Reduce cyclic breast pain

  • Improve acne

  • Reduce the risk of ovarian cysts

  • Reduce the risk of ovarian cancer

  • Reduce the risk of uterine cancer

  • Reduce the risk of uterine fibroid tumors

  • Reduce the risk of symptomatic endometriosis

  • Reduce the risk of pelvic inflammatory disease

  • Reduce the risk of benign breast disease

 

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