Side effects
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FAQs - Emergency contraception
How will emergency contraception pills affect my next period?
FAQs - Condom
What if condoms are reducing my partner's sensitivity?
My partner says using a condom reduces sensitivity.
FAQs - Periods & vaginal health
Can birth control help with endometriosis?
FAQs - Implant (Nexplanon)
I'm using the implant. Are the side effects like feeling moody, bloated, and nervous going to go away?
I feel moody, bloated, or nervous.
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
Will birth control make me gain weight?
I want birth control that won’t change my weight.
FAQs - Birth control
Is generic birth control really the same as brand name?
FAQs - Periods & vaginal health
Is it safe to lose blood by spotting a lot?
I'm spotting a lot—should I be concerned?
FAQs - Emergency contraception
How can I avoid nausea as a side effect of taking emergency contraception?
EC makes me really nauseous.
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