Birth Control Linked to Brain Tumors
After Long Term Use
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Birth control Depo-Provera linked to brain tumors after long term use has been reported in a recent study.
Depo-Provera injections may significantly increase the risk of intracranial meningiomas – benign brain and spine tumors – as published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ). Lawsuits have been filed against Pfizer, the manufacturer of Depo-Provera alleging that:
- Pfizer failed to adequately warn users about the potential risks associated with long-term use of the drug.
- Pfizer may have rushed the drug to market without sufficient long-term studies.
The birth control linked to brain tumors after long term use study indicated the following:
- Women who used Depo-Provera for more than a year had a 5.6-fold higher risk of developing brain tumors.
- The study analyzed data from over 18,000 women who underwent surgery for intracranial meningioma between 2009 and 2018.
What Are Brain Tumor Meningiomas?
Intracranial meningiomas are typically non-cancerous tumors that develop in the layers of tissue covering the brain and spinal cord. They account for nearly 40% of central nervous system cancers. Symptoms may include:
- Headaches
- Vision problems
- Seizures
- Other neurological issues
The mechanism of injury is not completely known, however, research revealed that progesterone receptors are present in over 60% of meningiomas, which could potentially explain the link between progestogen-containing medications and tumor growth. The study’s findings have broader implications beyond Depo-Provera:
- Two menopausal hormone therapy drugs, medrogestone and promegestone, were also associated with increased meningioma risk.
- The researchers estimate that the number of attributable meningiomas could be potentially high, given that 74 million women worldwide use medroxyprogesterone acetate for birth control.
Contact Us Now
We are accepting cases for review now. If birth control linked to brain tumors after long term use of Depo Provera injections has affected you or someone you love, contact us. Our consultations are free and confidential so call us now at 800-814-4540 or email carolyn@carolynstclair.com.
