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Oral Contraceptives and Combination Hormonal Methods
Oral contraceptives (birth control pills) are available only by prescription and come in either a combination of estrogen and progestin or progestin alone. Many brands of each form are available. Although both types are equally effective with typical use, the combined pill is more effective with perfect use, and most women choose this form. The birth control pill is the most popular form of contraception in the United States, used by more than...
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Acne
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Acne vulgaris; Cystic acne; Pimples; ZitsTreatmentSELF-CARESteps you can take to help your acne:Clean your skin gently with a mild, nondrying soap... Read more »
Birth Control
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Birth control is a term used to describe an artificial or natural means to prevent pregnancy.There are various methods of birth control available... Read more »
10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Birth Control
1. What are the different methods for birth control? Ask your doctor about different kinds of birth control. Female condoms, implantable hormone methods, and a birth control method that can temporarily terminate your menstrual cycle are new...
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