Does the Mini Pill Increase the Risk of Heart Attack In Women?

Does the Mini Pill Increase the Risk of Heart Attack In Women? (0:34)

Research has shown that the mini pill may be the best choice for some women with certain heart diseases. In this video, Dr. Robin Miller explains who should take the mini-pill.

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Does taking the mini pill increase the risk of heart attack in women? Well, a recent study review found the mini pill does not increase the risk of heart attack in women. For this reason, those women on the pill with high blood pressure and those on the pill who are heavy smokers, should really think about switching to the mini pill.

so the [INAUDIBLE] does that mean that all women should switch to the mini birth pill? No. Okay. Only people at high risk or who have risk of heart disease might want to think about it. Each pill has it 's benefits, so I wouldn't get everyone.