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Is the progestin only pill (POP) contraindicated in women with a history of venous thrombo-embolic disease?

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Is the progestin only pill (POP) contraindicated in women with a history of venous thrombo-embolic disease?

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No. Progestins can be used even if a woman has a past history of venous thrombo-embolism. Progestins do not appear to increase the risk of thrombosis or thrombophlebitis. All women with a past history of a thrombotic event can use progestin only contraception, whereas many of these individuals would be advised not to consider combined (estrogen/progestin) oral contraceptives.