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Explaining how the pill works for amenorrhea (lack of periods) and PCOS  

Explaining how the pill works for amenorrhea (lack of periods) and PCOS  

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Apr 08, 2021
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Can you do an article on birth control for amenorrhea and PCOS?

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The estrogen-containing birth control pill is recommended for women who have no periods (amenorrhea) or infrequent periods and low levels of estrogen to protect the bones against osteoporosis (and provide contraception if needed). For women with few or intermittent …

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