I am currently researching birth control options. I am thinking of choosing Yaz because of the benefits of the birth control.

	Asked by Unregistered (Female; 31 ) on Mon 21, Jul 2008 11:31am :
	Coming from a family with a history of cardio disease; should I be concern to choose Yaz as birth control?
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	Answer by Dr Noopur S, MD (doctor) on Mon 21, Jul 2008 11:39am: Hi, How are you? Yaz birth control pills raise the likelihood of cardiovascular side effects including blood clots, stroke and heart attack. Women over 35, smokers and a positive family history of cardiovascular disease are at an additional risk. Please discuss this with your OBGYN and do keep us posted! Thank you for using our service.  If you are satisfied with the answer or if you want a detailed answer for your question, please make a donation and request for further clarifications.  Our doctors will provide an elaborate answer for your clarification.   Please make a donation by clicking the button below. You may donate using funds from your PayPal account or Credit Card. Please rate my answer (select the stars below, no need to log in.)
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