The Disadvantages in Using Birth Control

In today's society, there is a common perception that the use of contraceptives are primarily to prevent pregnancy.   While, in most cases, this may be true, many women utilize contraceptive devices and medications as a method for regulating hormonal activity.   Regardless of the basis for contraceptive use, many women struggle with the decision of contraception types based on adverse health implications.   Understanding the negative health implications of various contraceptives, will provide women with a more educated basis when making this important life decision.

Birth Control Pills:
Taken orally, birth control pills provide a daily release of female hormones.  Commonly used as a hormone regulator, the birth control pill may produce side effects including nausea, headache, weight gain and for women who smoke, the birth control pill places them at higher risk for blood clots.  While The Pill is highly successful in preventing pregnancy, and regulating hormones, many women are unable to take The Pill due to the side effects and contraindications. 

IUD:
in the physicians office, the IUD is successful in preventing pregnancy through its ability to block the fallopian tube passage thereby preventing sperm from reaching and fertilizing an egg.  Although there is generally no long term complications associated with the IUD, the device does create common side effects including heavy menstrual cycles, bloating and cramping.  For some women, these side effects are of such significance that the IUD is commonly removed within weeks of insertion.