Contraceptives have been around for decades, and they have evolved over time to be more and more sophisticated, convenient, and multi-useful. That’s right, there are many uses for birth control, outside of the most obvious that you might guess. Birth control may be able to protect and improve upon your overall well being in a number of perhaps surprising ways.
What are the health benefits of taking birth control? Read on to learn more:
Preventing pregnancy. If you are not ready to conceive a child for any reason–but especially for health-related reasons–then pregnancy prevention is the most considerable health benefit associate with birth control. This one is a no-brainer, sure, but are you aware of just how effective birth control is at preventing pregnancy? Depending on which birth control method you use (condom, pill, shot, etc.), you are looking at, in some cases, a 99.9 percent chance that your birth control will prevent you from getting pregnant.
Menstrual cycle regulation. Many women suffer from irregular menstrual cycles, for a variety of reasons. Not only can this unpredictability be a nuisance, but it can also make it difficult, if not impossible, to make informed choices for yourself in regards to fertility. A number of birth control methods actually help to regulate your menstrual cycle so that your period comes at the same time each month. Some methods even minimize the number of cycles you have.
Acne. If you suffer from acne, even as an adult, then you might be surprised to learn that there are birth control pills on the market that can help clear your skin up and keep it clear. As a matter of fact, some teenagers who are not even sexually active are prescribed these types of birth control pills for the sole purpose of clearing up serious cases of acne.
Premenstrual syndrome. This pesky health condition occurs the week before your period and can last into your period. While some women don’t have any symptoms, some women report a wide array of troubling characteristics, including severe cramping, mood swings, hot flashes, fatigue, depression, and more. For some unfortunate women, premenstrual syndrome (PMS) actually takes on more serious symptoms that fall under the umbrella of a condition called premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Women with PMDD may experience deep depression, anxiety, panic attacks, delusions, insomnia, and more. If you suffer from PMS or PMDD, then you should be pleased to know that there are some birth control pills that can help alleviate the symptoms.
If you haven’t considered taking birth control for birth control, then you might want to consider taking it for other reasons. Do any of these health conditions apply to you? If so, then you might want to make an appointment with your physician and ask what birth control can do for you.
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About the Author: Wanda Abbott is a women’s health advocate who recommends all women talk to their doctors about the benefits and risks of birth control. Those who don’t may end up contacting a yaz attorney or find themselves in the midst of a major lawsuit – or worse, very ill.
