I was recently diagnosed with a liver hemangioma . I don t know the exact size of it. I read that being on birth control could cause the tumor to grow. Should I stop taking birth control pills ( seasonique )? Also I have recently taken ChatDoctor diet drops and think that may be the cause of my liver enzymes being elevated which prompted the sonogram. How dangerous is this hemangioma and should I discontinue taking birth control pill? Could ChatDoctor have caused the tumor to grow? And since I am no longer using ChatDoctor will the tumor stop growing? Thank you. 43 yr old female
Hello, Welcome to Chat Doctor. Hemangiomas are the most common benign tumors in liver. They are usually harmless, however they may cause some pain and/or bleeding if it ruptures. If it is asymptomatic, leave it as it is. If it causes pain or bleeding, it will be surgically excised. I recommend that you consult your Gynecologist about choosing another contraceptive method (other than the pills). Stopping the pill, will shrink its size. Regards Chat Doctor.