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… How Birth Control Methods Prevent Pregnancy On this page: Overview … Block sperm from reaching the egg. Some are used with spermicide, which kills sperm. Fertility awareness (natural … Block sperm from reaching the egg. Some are used with spermicide, which kills sperm. Fertility awareness (natural …
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… Getting Pregnant After Stopping Birth Control On this page: Overview Overview … takes for a woman's full fertility to return after stopping birth control varies for each woman. It also depends on the …
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… Hormonal Birth Control: Risk of Blood Clots On this page: Overview Related … In some women, the estrogen in combination hormonal birth control methods increases the risk of a blood clot in a leg …
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Birth Control Pills: Missed or Skipped Periods On this page: … It's not unusual for women who are taking hormone pills for birth control to have very light periods or no bleeding at all. If …
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Birth Control: Pros and Cons of Hormonal Methods On this page: … following tables list some pros and cons of using hormonal birth control methods. Combination pills, skin patch, or vaginal …
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Birth Control: Myths About Sex and Pregnancy On this page: … to avoid pregnancy, use an effective and safe method of birth control . If you have unplanned sex or a condom breaks, use …
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… Personal Stories About Choosing Birth Control Methods On this page: Overview Overview Choosing the birth control method that's right for you can be …
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… What to Do About Missed or Skipped Birth Control Pills On this page: Overview … instructions on what to do if you miss or skip your birth control pills. Always read the pill label for specific …
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… Pain Control Learning Center Pain Control—Learn about pain … (Botox) Injection for Low Back Pain Capsaicin Childbirth Pain Relief Options Chronic Pain Chronic Pain Syndrome … for Pain Relief Non-Medical Options for Pain Relief in Childbirth Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) …
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… Labour and birth Last updated January 28, 2025 Overview Everyone’s … can help you make informed choices when planning for the birth of your baby. Knowing more about what to expect can … medical interventions and more. Care after giving birth Tips to help manage some typical challenges that new …