Cardiologist Warns of Blood Clot Risk with Birth Control Pills

Concerns Rise Over Blood Clot Risk Linked to Birth Control Pills Spain - A Spanish cardiologist, Dr. Aurelio Rojas Sánchez, has issued a warning about the increased risk of blood clots associated with combined oral contraceptives. In a recent video, Dr. Rojas highlights several risk factors, including family history of thrombosis, obesity, smoking, and inherited thrombophilia. "Combined oral contraceptives, those containing estrogen and progestogen, can create a state of hypercoagulability," explains Dr. Rojas. "This increases the factors that form blood clots and reduces natural mechanisms that control them." He stresses the importance of individual assessment and advises women with risk factors to consider alternative contraceptive methods such as mini-pills, implants, or IUDs. He also urges women to seek immediate medical attention if they experience leg pain or sudden shortness of breath, symptoms that could indicate a blood clot. Dr. Rojas concludes his message by emphasizing the importance of listening to one's body and consulting with a gynecologist for personalized advice.