Side effects
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articles tagged “side effects”
FAQs - IUD
Does the non-hormonal/copper IUD (Paragard) cause copper toxicity?
I heard the non-hormonal IUD can cause copper toxicity.
FAQs - Emergency contraception
How can I avoid nausea as a side effect of taking emergency contraception?
EC makes me really nauseous.
FAQs - Birth control ring
Will I feel the ring inside of me?
I can feel the ring inside me.
FAQs - Birth control
It seems like every birth control has side effects. Is it really worth it?
FAQs - Diaphragm
What do I do if the diaphragm is irritating me?
The diaphragm is irritating me.
FAQs - Periods & vaginal health
Can ibuprofen help reduce heavy periods and irregular bleeding?
I'm having irregular bleeding with a progestin-only birth control method.
FAQs - Birth control
Does hormonal birth control cause depression?
I think birth control hormones are making me depressed.
FAQs - Birth control shot (Depo-Provera)
Is it normal to get headaches from the shot?
I'm getting headaches.
FAQs - Birth control
Will birth control make me gain weight?
I want birth control that won’t change my weight.
FAQs - Birth control
Does birth control cause blood clots?
FAQs - Birth control
Is generic birth control really the same as brand name?
FAQs - Birth control pill
What are some of the health benefits of the pill?

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