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Contraception in the over 40 age group

O Petrucco

    Australian Family Physician
    |March 1, 1977
    PubMed
    Summary

    Women aged 40+ can safely use The Pill for contraception and symptom relief until ages 50-52. Regular check-ups are essential to monitor for potential side effects and pelvic diseases.

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    Area of Science:

    • Reproductive Health
    • Gynecology
    • Pharmacology

    Background:

    • Fertility significantly decreases between ages 45-50.
    • Contraception remains important for women in this age group.
    • The Pill offers benefits beyond contraception, including cycle control and managing vasomotor symptoms.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the safety and efficacy of oral contraceptives (The Pill) for women aged 40 and above.
    • To assess the benefits of The Pill, such as cycle control and alleviation of vasomotor symptoms.
    • To determine an appropriate age for discontinuing The Pill in this demographic.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of existing literature on oral contraceptive use in women over 40.
    • Consideration of hormonal components, specifically lowest estrogen content and norgestrel.
    • Analysis of safety data and recommendations for discontinuation.

    Main Results:

    • The Pill provides effective contraception and symptom management for women aged 40+.
    • Lowest estrogen content combined with norgestrel is preferred.
    • Continuation of The Pill is considered safe until ages 50-52, with recommended discontinuation at that point.
    • Potential masking of pelvic disease by bleeding irregularities associated with The Pill or intrauterine devices.

    Conclusions:

    • Oral contraceptives can be a safe and beneficial option for women aged 40 and above.
    • Regular medical check-ups, including breast and pelvic examinations, are crucial for women using The Pill to detect potential pelvic diseases.
    • Discontinuation of The Pill around ages 50-52 is advised.

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