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… pregnancy. It's a soft plastic ring that you put into your vagina. It's also called the vaginal ring. The ring … go without a ring for 1 week. During this week, you have your period. Your period may be very light. Or you may use the ring …
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… may be natural expressions of a person's lifelong habits or patterns. Understanding some of the influences on … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the …
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… pills. The sugar pills don't contain any hormones. You have your period on that week. But other packs have no sugar … called continuous use. With this method, you will not get your period as often. Or you may not get it at all. How well … out of 100 have an unplanned pregnancy. Be sure to tell your doctor about any health problems you have or medicines …
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… The shot is used to prevent pregnancy. You get the shot in your upper arm or rear end (buttocks). The shot gives you a … need another shot. The shot may cause bone loss. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits. How well does it … have an unplanned pregnancy. footnote 1 Be sure to tell your doctor about any health problems you have or medicines …
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… is inserted under the skin (subdermal) on the inside of your arm. The implant releases the hormone progestin to … In some cases it can be used longer. footnote 1 Talk to your doctor about how long you can use it. Once it is put … to prevent pregnancy. The implant can only be inserted by your doctor or another trained health professional. It only …
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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course … professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course …
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… medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care … professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course … professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course …
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… Physical pain Many medicines are available to relieve pain. Your doctor will choose the easiest and most non-invasive form of medicine to treat your level of pain. Medicines taken by mouth (oral) are … usually less expensive than other forms of medicines. If your pain is not severe, medicines that help to reduce pain …
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… stretch marks. You may experience itchy skin and changes to your bowel habits. These are all considered normal pregnancy changes. … during pregnancy. In some cases, you may want to talk to your health care provider about abnormal discharge. Leaking …
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… To use the cap, apply spermicide to it and place it inside your vagina so that it covers the cervix. (The cervix is the … one time when the cap is in place, apply more spermicide to your vagina each time. After sex, you must leave it in your vagina for at least 6 hours. After it has been in your