Yaz & Weight Fluctuations
Like most contraceptive pills, Yaz has been reported to commonly cause both weight gain and weight loss in certain patients. Although weight gain is not generally a life-threatening condition, it can cause some women embarrassment and lowered self-esteem. Women who are unhappy with the weight they have gained while taking Yaz should work with their doctor to find an alternative form of birth control.
Does Yaz make you gain weight? Will I gain weight on Yaz?
Whether a woman will gain weight while taking Yaz will depend on her specific medical history. At this point, however, doctors are unable to definitely predict which women will gain weight and which won't when pursuing a course of Yaz. In fact, researchers point out that it is unclear if Yaz patients gain weight more often than women not taking Yaz do.
Should Yaz patients start to problematically gain weight, medical professionals recommend that they eat a heart-healthy diet, exercise more often and cut back on alcohol intake. If weight gain persists despite these measures, women should talk to their doctor about other birth control options.
Does Yaz curb appetite?
Just as Yaz can cause weight gain in some women, in others, it has been reported to have the opposite effect – weight loss. In fact, those who experience Yaz weight loss are typically those who also experience loss of appetite when taking this medication. Like Yaz weight gain, it is difficult to predict which women will experience Yaz weight loss until they actually start taking the medication.
More Severe Yaz Side Effects
While weight gain is not a severe side effect of Yaz, this birth control pill has been reported to cause a number of serious, potentially life-threatening side effects, including pulmonary embolism, heart attack and liver damage. Those who sustain such grave injuries after taking Yaz should contact us to speak with an experienced attorney who can determine whether they are entitled to seek damages. We will discuss your circumstances in a private, no-cost consultation and help you decide the best way to proceed.
