Does taking birth control pills cause ectopic pregnancy?

Patient's question:

Female, 28 years old, really very sad. It took so long to get pregnant, but after becoming pregnant, she had irregular bleeding. Then suddenly, she felt abdominal and leg pain and even fainted. When she went to the hospital for a check-up, it was found to be an ectopic pregnancy, and it had ruptured, almost endangering her life. Thinking about it makes her feel terrified. Please ask: Does taking birth control pills cause ectopic pregnancy?

Doctor's answer:

You can take birth control pills, but birth control pills can easily cause endocrine disorders of menstruation, changes in menstrual flow. It is best to use an intrauterine device and breastfeed. The effect is very good, but it will not cause ectopic pregnancy. Different causes lead to different symptoms. Patients need to go to a formal Grade A hospital for systematic and standardized examination as soon as possible according to their own condition, so that they can be treated according to the symptoms. In addition, patients need to maintain regular routines, take good care to prevent colds and keep warm, eat light, thin, and soft foods daily, keep the room well-ventilated, and drink more hot water.

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