FDA is reviewing Yaz/Yasmin for possible 3x risk of blood clots over other BC options.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/06/01/business/01drug.html
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06-01-2011 #1
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FDA to review Yaz/Yasim for blood clot issue
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06-01-2011 #2
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Thanks for posting this!
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06-01-2011 #3
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Yikes!!
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06-02-2011 #4
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Yep, though I have no end of adult acne, and have been offered this as a solution by many doc's, I've always turned it down. They've known about it for YEARS.
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06-03-2011 #5
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I always thought that this was why they kept re-naming/repackaging it - first Yasmin, then Beyaz and then Yaz, you know? Assuming that women would be swayed by marketing, I guess.
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06-05-2011 #6
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There was an article in the latest issue of Marie Claire talking about the NuvaRing and how blood clots are an issue there as well.
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06-05-2011 #7
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Didn't see that article but came across a lot of blogs and other sites with that complaint and it looks like a class action suit too. I've been researching BC now that I've had Mirena removed and my obgyn had been singing the praises of Nuvaring, but I just won't take the chance.
Originally Posted by Twin Mom
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Gluten free since Nov '11 after non-celiac gluten sensitive diagnosis. Have had great improvement or total elimination of: migraines, bloating/distention, heartburn, cystic acne, canker sores, bleeding gums, eczema on elbows, dry skin and scalp, muscle cramps, PMS, hair loss, heart palpitations, fatigue. I'm amazed.
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06-06-2011 #8
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If I remember correctly the patch had blood clot issues too. I guess many do to some extent, but it sounds like Yaz has higher potential.
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06-06-2011 #9
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I'll be watching this closely (I take Ocella).
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Originally Posted by lizzywednesday
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