9. What are the possible side effects of birth control?

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9. What are the possible side effects of birth control?

Be aware of all possible side effects before choosing a birth control option. There may be short-term and long term side effects. Common side effects for hormone-based contraception include nausea, head ache, decreased sex drive, and weight gain.

By ABush— Last Modified: 10/03/2012, First Published: 07/13/2011

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