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2. Menstrual suppression - Wikipedia

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   When the first birth control pill was being developed, the researchers were aware that they could use the contraceptive to space menstrual periods up to 90 days apart, but they settled on a 28-day cycle that would mimic a natural menstrual cycle and produce monthly periods. The intention behind this decision was the hope of the inventor, John ...

3. Hormonal contraception - Wikipedia

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   Birth control pills are the most commonly prescribed hormonal treatment for hirsutism, as they prevent ovulation and decrease androgen production by the ovaries. Additionally, estrogen in the pills stimulates the liver to produce more of a protein that binds to androgens and reduces their activity.

4. Birth control - Wikipedia

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   Birth control, also known as contraception, anticonception, and fertility control, is the use of methods or devices to prevent pregnancy. [1] [2] Birth control has been used since ancient times, but effective and safe methods of birth control only became available in the 20th century. [3]

5. Does Birth Control Stop Your Period, and If So, How Can I ...

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6. Comparison of birth control methods - Wikipedia

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   Effectiveness of contraceptive methods with respect to birth control. Only condoms are useful to prevent sexually transmitted infections. There are many methods of birth control (or contraception) that vary in requirements, side effects, and effectiveness. As the technology, education, and awareness about contraception has evolved, new ...

7. Why are there so few male birth-control options?

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   A vasectomy is more than 99.99% effective in preventing pregnancies, making it one of the most effective forms of birth control, according to the Cleveland Clinic. But condoms can fail and ...

8. Extended cycle combined hormonal contraceptive - Wikipedia

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   There is also limited evidence for benefit of Combined oral contraceptive pill (OCP) as treatment for primary dysmenorrhoea. The evidence from four RCTs is that combined OCPs with medium dose oestrogen and 1st/2nd generation progestogens are more effective than placebo, however the studies were small, [17]

9. These Types Of Birth Control Can Lighten Up Your Period Or ...

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   Birth control can change the length of your period, or even stop it entirely. Here are the period cycle side effects of the pill, IUD, implant, and more. Birth control can change the length of ...