Hormonal contraception for female athletes presents special needs and concerns.

Liron Seidman Daniel S Seidman Naama W Constantini

Published in: The European journal of contraception & reproductive health care : the official journal of the European Society of Contraception (2024)

OCs can be safely used by young female athletes, who may also benefit from better menstrual cycle control. OCs offer newly realised protection from ACL injuries. The use of OCs must be carefully individualised according to their preferences, expectations, and experience.

Keyphrases

high school
polycystic ovary syndrome
middle aged
type diabetes
decision making
metabolic syndrome
adipose tissue