How Yaz And Yazmin Cause Deep Vein Thrombosis?

The studies of the past few years have revealed that Yaz and Yasmin, the hormonal oral contraceptives pills may have many life serious side-effects for its consumesr.

Manufactured by Bayer, these birth control contraceptives, when used correctly, are effective to prevent pregnancy and functions in same manner as other oral contraceptives pills, but with a much greater risk.

Each pill contains similar amount of two hormones, progestin (drospirenone) and estrogen (ethinyl estradiol). These ingredients function collaboratively to prevent ovulation and cause changes inside the woman’s body to prevent the egg from reaching the uterus, thus preventing pregnancy.

These birth control medicines are not for anyone with health conditions like active liver disease, vascular disease, breast cancer, migraines, kidney and liver malfunctioning, and abnormal vaginal bleeding.

Therefore, before using these oral contraceptives, it is important to consult with your doctor and know the possible risks associated (depending upon your current health status and previous medical history), with the use of Yaz and Yasmin.

Several recent studies show that the hormones used in these oral contraceptives pose a higher risk of a severe blood clot condition called Deep Vein Thrombosis or a “DVT.”

A DVT is a condition in which the formation of blood clots starts in the deep veins of the legs and restricts the flow of blood to the area.

Complications of DVT:

If the clots that cause a DVT dislocate and move to lungs, they can leave you with a sometimes fatal condition by blocking the main blood vessel of the lung, which is known as a pulmonary embolism or a “PE.” The active hormone in Yaz and Yasmin and related products like BeYaz, Safyral, Syeda, Ocella and Gianvi have been associated with double the risk of DVT, PE, stroke, blindness and death. The health-effects of pulmonary embolisms is that the patient may experience severe chest pains and may have difficulty in breathing. In extreme cases it may shut down the lungs causing death. If you suspect any symptoms of a DVT or PE, please consult with a medical professional immediately and communicate that you are on Yaz or Yasmin or any birth control.

Another long-term health problem associated with Deep Vein Thrombosis is post-thrombotic syndrome that occurs as a result of damage of valves and stop blood to freely move in the legs and pool. Under this complication, women may experience severe pain and swelling.

The complications of DVT invite another condition, known as Limb Ischaemia, which results when blood formation cause pressure inside veins. As a result, less blood flow through veins and pass less oxygen. Under this complication patient may experience infections and ulcers.

If the blood clots are large enough that it completely stops the blood flow through the veins, can cause Deep Vein Thrombosis death.

Symptoms:

In many cases, DVT develops without showing the obvious symptoms. Otherwise, the common symptoms of this condition include pain in legs, redness, warmth, and swelling.

Some serious symptoms of DVT are: cough with blood, severe chest pain, chest pressure and tightness, weak pulse, respiratory problems, shortness of breath, rapid heart rate, laboured breathing etc.

Use birth control pills under the guidance of your physician to understand the consequences and monitor the side effects which can range from a headache to Deep Vein Thrombosis death.