Using any type of hormonal contraceptive could increase the risk of women getting breast cancer, new study suggests

From the IUD to the pill: hormonal contraceptives would increase the risk of breast cancer, according to a study

According to a new study, all hormonal contraceptives would have an increased risk of about 20% to 30% of developing breast cancer. However, they would also reduce the risk of other types of cancer, such as ovarian cancer.

Combined and progestogen-only hormonal contraceptives may increase breast cancer risk

An analysis of data by researchers at Oxford Population Health's Cancer Epidemiology Unit has shown that use of progestogen-only hormonal contraceptives is associated with a 20-30% higher risk of breast cancer.

New study reveals hormonal contraceptives could increase breast cancer risk by 20%

This Friday, Aug. 26, 2016, file photo shows a one-month dosage of hormonal birth control pills in Sacramento, Calif. A new study found that women who take a hormonal contraceptive are at a 20% to 30% higher risk for breast cancer than those who do not.Rich Pedroncelli, Associated Press A new study found an increase in breast cancer risk for those who take any hormonal contraceptives.“There is this increased risk whatever you use in terms of ho…

Hormonal contraceptives hike breast cancer risk – study

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Slight Increase in Breast Cancer Risk Seen With Progestogen-Only Contraceptives

WEDNESDAY, March 22, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Progestogen-only contraceptive use is associated with a slight increase in breast cancer risk, according to a study published online March 21 in PLOS Medicine.

Using oral contraceptives leads to higher risk of breast cancer among older women, reveals study

More than 150 million women worldwide use oral contraceptives to avoid unwanted pregnancies. However, a bombshell study released by researchers at the University of Oxford has now laid bare the risks involved. The study has reportedly established the link between the usage of progestogen and the increased risk of breast cancer.  WATCH | Gravitas: Male contraceptive pill gets closer to reality