Yasmin Liver Damage

When you hear about someone suffering from liver damage, a picture of an alcoholic comes to mind. After all, most of us are fully aware that a lifetime of alcohol can lead to liver damage. Most of us wouldn’t think that the prime candidate for liver damage was a young woman who is otherwise fit and healthy. And it hasn’t been, until recently when the birth control pill Yasmin hit the shelves. Yasmin, Yaz and Ocella are oral contraceptives that have been marketed for women of all ages who want to protect themselves against unwanted pregnancy, fight acne and lose weight in the process. However, what they are actually getting is a dose of liver damage on the side.

There have been several legal cases that have connected Yaz to liver damage and other serious conditions including heart attacks, blood clots and even death. Although Yasmin continues to be sold on the shelves with no recall from the FDA yet, more and more women are coming forward about the truth of their birth control choice, causing people to take notice. And what they are noticing is that Yasmin increases your risk of liver damage.

Understanding Liver Damage

There are several drugs that have been known to cause damage to the liver, one of the most widely known one is alcohol. Liver damage can be detected when the liver enzymes (ALT) are raised.

Yasmin and Liver Damage

Yasmin, Yaz and Ocella have been very popular birth control options for a while now and many women will take the oral contraceptives without any problems. The reason why Yasmin, Yaz and Ocella are causing such a stir is because they contain the fourth generation progestin drospirenone (DRSP), which, when combined with estrogen, can have some very harmful effects. Not only can it cause damage to the liver but it also can thicken the blood and lead to blood clots which, in turn, can lead to strokes, heart attacks and even death in some cases.

Many doctors will ask their patients if they have a history of live problems before they are put on Yasmin, Yaz or Ocella. However, most young women do not know the answer to this question and will assume that their liver is fine. And, in most cases, it is. However, Yasmin can increase the amount of liver enzymes in your system which can lead to liver damage, even in those patients with the healthiest lifestyles.

Some of the symptoms of liver damage include jaundiced in the eyes, pain in the upper right abdomen and dark urine.If left untreated, liver damage can lead to serious complications. It’s important that if you are experiencing any unusual symptoms associated with liver damage to contact a doctor. Furthermore, if you are on Yasmin, it’s important to contact a Yasmin lawyer who will be able to assess your situation and determine if you have a valid case against Yasmin. We can help you determine this and offer a no obligation free quote. Simply call 800-732-3070 or fill out the online form to be put in touch with a qualified Yasmin lawyer.