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Which Birth Control Method Is Ideal For An Elderly Woman?

Posted on Fri, 21 Apr 2017

Question: Are iuds, birth control patches and shots pretty much the same as the pill and she they not be taken at older age either?

Answered by Dr. Soumya (47 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
IUDs are safer

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I understand your concerns.

IUDs are different and dont contain hormones. They are safe for older age women.

Other preparations you mentioned contain hormones which are not very safe for older women.

Let me know if you need anymore help.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Soumya (10 minutes later)

So why would my dr prescribe birth control pills to me if its not safe? Ive been on them since i was 21 45 now

Answered by Dr. Soumya (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
IUD is better option

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Its all about preference. Birth control pills are necessary only if you are not comfortable with IUD.

IUD is better option at this age.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Soumya (13 minutes later)

Im sorry i didnt tell u i have ocular migraines and was told i shouldnt be on them because of that and age

Answered by Dr. Soumya (7 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Don't take pills

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Birth contraception should not be taken by persons with migraine. It is best to avoid it.

IUDs are the best option for you.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee