I take the contraceptive pill YAZ, I have read a lot about it and I am extremely afraid to continue. Cancer, embolism, stroke...

Based on the information provided, the risk of developing venous thromboembolism (blood clot formation) associated with combined oral contraceptives is low and even lower than the risk associated with pregnancy, childbirth, and the immediate postpartum period. Although there is a small risk of side effects with taking combined oral contraceptives, this risk is generally higher in the first year after starting them. Specific to Yaz, the difference in risk compared to other combined oral contraceptives is also low. It is not currently recommended to switch to a different hormonal contraceptive unless you have specific health issues or are not tolerating your current contraception well. Combined oral contraceptives can have benefits such as reducing the risk of endometrial and ovarian cancer, benign breast conditions, functional ovarian cysts, and others. If you are in good health, under 35 years old, do not have certain health conditions, and are tolerating your contraception well, you can continue taking it. However, if you have health conditions, it is important to discuss this with your pharmacist and doctor to determine if the contraception is safe for you. If you are still not reassured, there are non-estrogen contraceptive methods such as intrauterine devices or copper IUDs that you can consider discussing with your doctor.