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… are placed under the skin of the arm. They release the hormone progestin and prevent … There are two types of IUDs. Hormonal IUDs release a type of progestin to prevent … ("the pill"), skin patches, and vaginal rings release the hormones estrogen and progestin. …
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Overview Birth control (also called contraception) can help prevent pregnancy. There are many types of birth control available. Speak with your health care provider to help decide which type is right …
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… Overview Birth control is any method used to prevent pregnancy. If you have sex without birth … longer. footnote 1 Talk to your doctor about how long you can use it. The implant does not …
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… families. That means finding a home for five children, three dogs, two cats, and lots of … families. That means finding a home for five children, three dogs, two cats, and lots of …
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… certain health problems, such as cancer, heart failure, stroke, or severe infection. … certain health problems, such as cancer, heart failure, stroke, or severe infection. …
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… when it is used exactly as directed. The ring failure rate is the same as that of birth … it to work. The ring is left in place during sexual intercourse. Leave the ring in place … when it is used exactly as directed. The ring failure rate is the same as that of birth …
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Overview Breastfeeding can be used as a method of birth control . This is called the lactational amenorrhea method (LAM). But three conditions must be met to make sure that it works: Your baby must …
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… Overview Follow your health professional's instructions on what to do if you miss or skip your birth … pregnancy is depends on a few things, such as when you missed the pill, how many pills you
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… Credits Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah … Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah … does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated disclaims any …
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Overview Spermicide is used to prevent pregnancy. It kills sperm or stops sperm from moving. For it to work well, you must use spermicide each time you have sexual intercourse. Spermicide comes in …