Hormonal IUDs May Be Linked to Increased Breast Cancer Risk in Women Under 50

New Danish study highlights potential breast cancer risk associated with long-term use of levonorgestrel-releasing IUDs.

Oct 18, 2024

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Topline:

A recent study found that women under 50 using levonorgestrel-releasing IUDs have a 40% increased risk of breast cancer, with risk rising to 80% for those using the device for over 10 years. Despite this, the absolute risk remains low.

Study Details:

Hormonal intrauterine devices (IUDs), particularly those releasing levonorgestrel, have grown in…

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