You have a question about birth control and how it relates to an increased chance of cancer. Your mom unfortunately was diagnosed with cancer at the young age of 36, and of course, that does increase your chances of having cancer since you have a 1st degree relative who had it. But the types of contraception that your mother can use and the types of contraception that you can use (having not been diagnosed with cancer) may be slightly different. I do recommend talking with your doctor about your family history, and your concerns, and your past history (it sounds like you've gotten pregnant while using certain forms of contraception), and based on their knowledge of your circumstances, they'll be able to give you the best advice about what's right for you.

Generally speaking, oral contraceptives (or birth control pills) are the ones that are given a bad rap and are associated with cancer. But large studies have been done on this exact topic, and they've actually been shown to reduce a woman's chance of developing certain cancers and only slightly increasing her risk for others. There are other health factors to consider besides cancer when choosing a form of birth control, so again, this is why you should always talk with your doctor about it. And based on their knowledge of your circumstances, they'll be able to decide which one is right for you. If you have more questions for me in the future, feel free to ask them on our Facebook page at [ Ссылка ], and recommend us to your friends and family too.

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