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Changing Birth Control
Birth control is a term used to describe an artificial or natural means to prevent
There are various methods of birth control available today. The most common artificial methods are male/
The natural methods include complete abstinence (no sexual intercourse), periodic abstinence and withdrawal.
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Birth Control Side Effects Guide
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Birth control pills overdose
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Birth Control Options for Women: Introduction
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Contraceptives are devices, drugs, or methods for preventing pregnancy, either by preventing the fertilization of the female egg by the male sperm or... Read more »
Birth Control Options for Women: Highlights
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Birth Control OptionsBirth control options for women include:Hormonal contraceptives, such as birth control pills, skin patch, vaginal... Read more »
Birth Control Options for Women: Natural Family Planning Metho...
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Fertility Awareness MethodsFertility awareness methods, also called natural family planning, do not use drugs, physical devices, or surgery to... Read more »
Birth Control Options for Women: Oral Contraception
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Oral Contraceptives and Combination Hormonal MethodsOral contraceptives (birth control pills) are available only by prescription and come in either a... Read more »
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