Some IUDs linked to higher rates of breast cancer
Hormonal IUDs increase risk of breast cancer nearly the same as hormonal pills, study finds
While taking hormonal birth control -- whether orally or through an IUD -- may raise the risk of breast cancer, the risk is small and must be weighed against the benefits of hormonal birth control individually, on a case-by-case basis. Women should talk with their health care provider.
Some IUDs linked to higher rates of breast cancer, but overall risk remains low
A new study adds to a growing set of evidence that women who use hormonal birth control have higher rates of breast cancer, but experts have stressed that the overall risk remains low.
Hormonal IUDs Linked to Increased Breast Cancer Risk
During follow-up of almost 7 years, hormone-releasing IUD use conferred a 40% higher risk of breast cancer. The data showed a trend toward increasing risk with duration of IUD use, reaching 80% among women who reported using the devices for 10-15 years.
More Research Links IUDs to Breast Cancer Risk
A new study adds to the evidence on hormonal contraceptives and breast cancer. But experts stressed the overall risk remains low.
Breast cancer risk linked with hormone-releasing IUD, study finds
Women who used hormone-releasing IUDs were found to have a 40% higher chance of developing breast cancer compared to those who didn’t use hormonal contraceptives, according to a JAMA study.
Breast cancer risk slightly higher among women with hormonal IUDs, Danish study finds
The findings indicate that breast cancer risks with IUDs are likely similar to those with other types of hormonal birth control. View on euronews
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