Can I take Jencycla (or Micronor) with a family history of cancer?

45-year-old woman3 years ago
I am 42 years old and have been prescribed a progestin-only contraceptive, jencycla continuously. However, there is a history of breast cancer (sister) in my family. Should the practitioner have avoided this prescription? My cycle is very regular and I am worried about the effects of an irregular period that this could create.
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Sarah-Yan Chagnon · 3 years ago
Hello,
Prescribing a progestin alone does not increase the risk of breast cancer at all, so it is a very safe option. It should be noted that even with a family history of breast cancer, but no other risk factors, a contraceptive combining estrogen and progestin is not always contraindicated since the increase in breast cancer is a very rare side effect (estimated at 0.08%).
As for the irregularity of the menstrual cycle, it is a possible side effect that occurs in about 1 woman out of 5. This side effect is more present during the first 3 months of treatment. Unfortunately, this is a possible side effect with most contraceptives. If you are not comfortable with the proposed medication, it is always possible to discuss alternatives with your pharmacist or physician
45-year-old woman · 3 years ago
I don't have high blood pressure, but that my blood pressure was high during the consultation with the professional. I am a non-smoker as well. So I could have been prescribed a contraceptive combination even with my family history?
Sarah-Yan Chagnon · 3 years ago
Yes, absolutely. It is only a personal history of breast cancer that is a contraindication to combined contraceptives. Moreover, it is important to remember that hormonal contraceptives are associated with a decrease in ovarian and uterine cancer
Obviously, I don't know your complete medical history. So I think it would be important to discuss this with your doctor
Sarah-Yan Chagnon · 3 years ago
We look forward to hearing from you,
Sarah-Yan Chagnon, pharmacist

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