* The contraceptive pill consists of two types of hormones manufactured.  They are: the hormone estrogen (in English: estrogen) and the hormone progestin (in English: progestin). The contraceptive pill may contain both types, or only the hormone progestin, and bearing in mind that these hormones are produced naturally in a woman's ovaries, and it should be noted that the use of  All types of birth control pills exactly as directed by a health care provider, even on days when no sexual intercourse takes place, as the effectiveness of these pills in preventing pregnancy is nearly 99%.

 - The hormones in the contraceptive pill may cause some side effects in some women, and it is good to mention that these side effects are not dangerous, as it is possible that some risks will occur as a result of using the contraceptive pill as is the case when using any other medicine.  These symptoms usually disappear within 2-3 months of using the pills, but these effects do not occur in all women, as many of them use the contraceptive pill without facing any problems,

 * It is worth knowing that birth control pills have existed for decades, and millions of women use them safely, so if some annoying side effects appear when starting to use them, it is advised to continue, and to give the body an opportunity to adapt and adapt to hormones.  Temporary side effects spotting between menstrual periods The occurrence of vaginal bleeding in the periods between the expected monthly periods is a common thing, and this bleeding usually disappears within three months of starting the use of the contraceptive pill, and the occurrence of this bleeding can be attributed to the uterus trying to adapt to the presence of  A thin lining of the uterus, or that the body is trying to adapt to the different levels of hormones,

 * It is worth noting that the contraceptive pill is effective during periods of bleeding, as long as it is used correctly, and without skipping any dose, but the health care provider should be consulted in the event of severe or profuse bleeding for 3 days or more, or in the event of bleeding for a period of time  5 days or more despite using the pill.  Nausea Some women may feel mild nausea when starting to take the contraceptive pill, and it may help to alleviate this by taking the pill with food or at bedtime. Usually this symptom disappears or subsides after a while, but medical help should be sought if  Nausea is severe or has lasted for more than three months.

 * Breast pain Breast pain is a relatively common side effect during the first month of using the contraceptive pill, and its occurrence is due to the fact that the contraceptive pill has not inhibited the work of the ovaries yet, meaning that the woman's body is still producing its own hormones, in addition to the body getting additional quantities.  Some of the estrogen found in birth control pills, but this symptom becomes less common after the first month of taking the pill. [Headache Hormonal changes cause many women to have headaches,

 * Some women have reported that their headaches improve during the period of taking the pills, while other headaches increase and become more frequent, especially in the week when they do not use the pills, when estrogen levels are low.  Mood swings Some women may suffer from side effects that may affect their decision to start taking the oral contraceptive pill, and these effects include mood swings or depression, so you should see a doctor to inform him of the patient's history of depression before starting the contraceptive pill.

 * Decreased sexual desire The percentage of women who suffer from a decrease in sexual desire is estimated to be between 5-10% of all women who take the contraceptive pill, as the synthetic hormones present in these pills and other hormonal contraceptives reduce sexual desire in some women  .  Vaginal secretions Vaginal secretions may change in women who use the contraceptive pill, as vaginal lubrication may increase or decrease, or the nature of the secretions may change while taking the contraceptive pill, and these changes are usually harmless, but the smell or color of the secretions can change.  It indicates infection, and therefore it is necessary to see a healthcare provider when these changes occur.

 * The use of combined birth control pills can increase the risk of blood clots, heart attacks, and stroke in some women, but these risks are uncommon, but the risk of these effects increases in women who smoke, especially those over 35 years of age, and the risk of high  Triglyceride level, gallbladder disease, and pancreatitis when using birth control pills, and it is good to mention that taking birth control pills reduces the risk of ovarian cancer.

 * That is by 50%, and it reduces the risk of endometrial cancer by 50% as well, in addition to it reduces the risk of cancer of both the pelvis and uterus, and in spite of all that, the contraceptive pill increases the risk of breast cancer.  And cervical cancer in a simple way, research has shown that even if there is a risk of breast cancer, it is small, and it should be noted that the risk of breast cancer and cervical cancer returns to normal after ten years of stopping the use of birth control pills.

 * Although the use of the contraceptive pill is considered safe for most women, it is not recommended to use the contraceptive pill for smokers over the age of 35, but if the woman is not a smoker, she can use hormonal contraception until she reaches menopause,  However, it is prohibited to use hormonal contraception if a woman has previously been exposed to one of the following conditions:

 Having clots or blood clots in the arms, legs, or lungs.  Irregular high blood pressure.  Severe heart or liver disease.  Breast cancer or uterine cancer.  Migraine associated with aura (in English: Aura): This aura is defined as a series of sensory disturbances that occur shortly before the occurrence of a headache attack, and usually lasts for a period ranging between 20-60 minutes, and these disorders range from seeing bright spots, sparks, or  Zigzag shapes, to the feeling of numbness on one side of the body, or the inability to speak clearly.

 Seeing a doctor You should see a health care provider as soon as possible when suffering from one of the following conditions while using the combined contraceptive pill: Abdominal pain.  Chest pain.  Depression.  Fainting.  A lump in the breast.  Epileptic seizures.  The emergence of eye problems, such as: double vision, loss of vision, or blurry vision.  The appearance of a severe allergic rash.  Feeling of severe leg pain or swelling.  Severe mood swings.  Difficulty speaking or speaking.

 Jaundice, or a change in the color of the skin to a yellow color.  Twice a missed period, or signs of pregnancy.  First-time headache or worsening headache.  The relationship of birth control pills to weight gain Many women feel anxious about starting the contraceptive pill, because they think that they cause weight gain, because they contain hormones, but in fact the contraceptive pill does not cause weight gain in most cases,

 In fact, there are many studies conducted with the aim of finding out the relationship between the use of birth control pills and weight gain, and they did not find any relationship or link between the two.  The possibility of pregnancy after stopping the use of the contraceptive pill A woman can get pregnant as soon as possible after stopping the contraceptive pill, and if pregnancy occurs while using the pill, and the woman wants to continue taking the pills during pregnancy, there is no additional risk to the child.

 * Most hormonal contraceptives reduce the duration of the menstrual cycle and reduce its bleeding, and it has been proven that oral contraceptives reduce the incidence of ovarian cysts, and hormonal contraceptives reduce the likelihood of developing some types of cancer in women.  As mentioned previously, some methods of contraception can help relieve acne and other hormonal problems.