Friday, April 3, 2015

Did you know that Contraceptives can lead to Pulmonary Embolism?

A Pulmonary embolism (PE) is a serious medical condition in which a vein in the lung gets blocked. Most of the times, it happens due to a blood clot that travels to the lung from a different body part. Side effects of contraceptive have often been cited as one of the major contributing factor behind PEs.

Common symptoms of Pulmonary Embolisms include-

  • Shortness of breath
  • Chest pain
  • Perspiration
  • Change in pallor

Many birth control pills such as Yaz, Yasmin, Ocella, Gianvi, BeYaz and Safyral have been reported for increased blood clotting. These contraceptive pills contains a new generation of hormones that increases the threats of clots. The high rate of incidents reported about Yaz pulmonary embolism and deep vein thrombosis were real eye-openers.

Individuals with the below mentioned medical condition are also at higher risk of PE-

  • Medical History- If you or your family has any history of previous blood clots, DVT or PE, it leaves you at risk. Other medical conditions such as cardiovascular diseases and certain types of cancer also increase your risk factors.
  • Prolonged Immobility- Blood clots are more likely to form in the legs due to longer periods of immobility. Many situations such as prolonged bed rest and long journeys can contribute to clot formation due to slow blood flow.
  • Other Factors- Numerous other factors can contribute to the clot formation. These factors may include leg injury, pregnancy, obesity, and smoking.

Many contraceptive pills can cause serious medical conditions such as DVT and Pulmonary Embolism. Unfortunately, still many women are not aware about the bad effects of these medications. Therefore, it is vital for them to understand that taking any pills without seeking medical guidance and knowing their adverse affects can be fatal. There are many women who have died for their birth control, there have been Yaz Deaths, Yasmin Deaths, and the the generic products as well:  OCella Deaths and Gianvi Deaths.  A hormone can kill, and you should know the risks versus the benefits before taking the product.

On the other hand, it is equally important for the victims to know that there are laws that offer them protection. With the help of an experienced lawyer, they can file a lawsuit against the manufacturers to try and receive fair compensation for their injuries. However, there are time limits to file a lawsuit, which varies from state to state.

If you or loved one has fallen victim to the side effects of contraceptives, seek legal counsel immediately!

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