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FAQs - Birth control shot (Depo-Provera)
Won't the shots make my bones thinner?
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FAQs - Emergency contraception
How will emergency contraception pills affect my next period?
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FAQs - Birth control shot (Depo-Provera)
Does the shot have any health benefits?
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FAQs - Birth control shot (Depo-Provera)
Will the shot make me lose my hair?
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FAQs - IUD
Does the IUD increase the risk of pelvic inflammatory disease?
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FAQs - Birth control shot (Depo-Provera)
Am I going to have spotting with the shot?
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FAQs - IUD
Will it hurt to have sex when I have an IUD inside me?
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FAQs - Birth control
What are good methods for women with high blood pressure?
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FAQs - Implant (Nexplanon)
Does it hurt to get the implant removed?
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FAQs - Implant (Nexplanon)
Does it hurt to get the implant?
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FAQs - Periods & vaginal health
Which birth control method will help reduce my cramps?
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FAQs - Periods & vaginal health
Is it safe to lose blood by spotting a lot?
I'm spotting a lot—should I be concerned?
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