29 Jan 2026
Dr Tarang Krishna
Taking birth control pills for more than five years increases your chances of getting breast cancer. These pills cause hormonal changes, so the risk of developing breast cancer is present. However, there is a low dosage of hormones in such pills, so the risk is low. There is a common practice, although not backed by research, to take a break from birth control pills every five years. However, a doctor’s consultation is advised for all cases.Taking birth control pills for more than five years increases your chances of getting breast cancer. These pills cause hormonal changes, so the risk of developing breast cancer is present. However, there is a low dosage of hormones in such pills, so the risk is low. There is a common practice, although not backed by research, to take a break from birth control pills every five years. However, a doctor’s consultation is advised for all cases.
About The Author
Dr. Tarang Krishna is a renowned oncologist and integrative medicine specialist with over 15 years of experience in cancer care. He is the founder of the Cancer Healer Center and has been instrumental in shaping a patient-centered approach to oncology that focuses on supporting the body’s natural healing capacity while patients undergo conventional cancer treatments.

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