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… decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this … lining grows, getting ready for a possible pregnancy. If you don't become pregnant during … if you can't take hormones or you have fertility problems because of endometriosis. …
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… menstrual bleeding can lead to low levels of iron in the blood. This condition is known as iron deficiency anemia. You can help prevent anemia by increasing the amount of iron in your diet. Explore more Getting Enough …
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… against pregnancy. A man can have a vasectomy, or a woman can have her tubes tied … for Birth Control Tubal Ligation Surgery Vasectomy Choosing a Birth Control Method The … against pregnancy. A man can have a vasectomy, or a woman can have her tubes tied …
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… effective for people who have a greater body mass index (see How can I tell if the pills … may be less effective in people with a body mass index (BMI) greater than or equal to 30 … effective for people who have a greater body mass index (see How can I tell if the pills …
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… about them. Menopause: Should I Use Hormone Therapy (HT)? 1 Get the Facts 2 Compare … Get the facts Your options Use hormone therapy (HT). Don't use HT. Try other … the benefits? What are the risks and side effects? Take HT Take HT You take daily pills or …
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… of a serious problem, such as an infection or cancer. How are they diagnosed? Your doctor … your period will start next, take your first dose as soon as bleeding or cramping starts. … an iron supplement if your iron levels are low. You may be able to prevent anemia if you …
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… are used to prevent pregnancy. They release a regular dose of a hormone called … are used to prevent pregnancy. They release a regular dose of a hormone called …
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Overview In some women, the estrogen in combination hormonal birth control methods increases the risk of a blood clot in a leg ( deep vein thrombosis , or DVT) or a blood clot in a lung ( pulmonary …
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… health problems. Talk to your doctor about your risks before using the patch. A small … are extremely effective. Shot protects for about 3 months. The implant works for 3 years. … used longer. footnote 1 Talk to your doctor about how long you can use it. Shot reduces …
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… and weight to see if you have a healthy body mass index (BMI). Do a number of lab tests to … Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) Test Body Mass Index (BMI) Pelvic Ultrasound Treatment … and weight to see if you have a healthy body mass index (BMI). Do a number of lab tests to …
