Is it dangerous to be on birth control for more than 5 years?
Some research suggests that prolonged use of birth control pills increases the risk of certain types of cancer, such as cervical cancer and liver cancer. However, use of birth control pills also decreases the risk of other types of cancer, such as ovarian cancer and endometrial cancer. Taking an occasional break from birth control pills offers no benefits. ChaCha away!
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How much is birth control at planned parenthood?
Planned Parenthood can give you a prescription for birth cont...
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Where can you get birth control and how old do you have to be?
Planned Parenthood or doctor's office to get birth control pi...
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If you are pregnant and still taking birth control what happens to the baby?
There's very little evidence that exposure to the hormones in...
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What will happen if you start a birth control pack 3 days before you start your period?
Ideally you should start birth control pills the Sunday follo...
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How many days does it take for birth control to work?
It depends on the exact birth control pill being used, but ge...
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If your on birth control and miss a period what all could that mean?
If you miss a period it could mean that you are pregnant.
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Can birth control cause hypothyroidism?
My adrenal glands are also low, which also developed after be...
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How long does it take birth control to start working again after being on antibiotics?
So like a day or 2 depending on the anti-biotic. If it's a Z-...
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Can birth control affect an unborn baby?
It depends, if the pill fails to prevent ovulation and concep...
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Is Gianvi a good birth control?
Many people have reported severe stomach pain when switching ...
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Spotting is common during the first three months of pill use ...
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Can birth control affect an unborn baby?
It depends, if the pill fails to prevent ovulation and concep...
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What are the side effects for the birth control pill Nortrel?
Mild nausea, vomiting, bloating, stomach cramps are some side...
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How effective is birth controll?
The Birth Control Pill ("the Pill") is 99.7% under Perfect Us...
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Does Lybrel birth control make you gain weight?
Lybrel has the same side effects as other hormonal methods. A...
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If I went to PlannedParenthood for birth control, is there any way my parents would find out?
No. Planned Parenthood keeps all of your medical information ...
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Yes Birth Control work if you take them right. ChaCha On
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Most birth control pills are "combination pills" containing a...
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How effective is birth controll?
The Birth Control Pill ("the Pill") is 99.7% under Perfect Us...
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Does Lybrel birth control make you gain weight?
Lybrel has the same side effects as other hormonal methods. A...
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Most birth control pills are "combination pills" containing a...
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How long does it take birth control to work?
Birth control pills usually become effective at preventing pr...
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What happens if a guy take birth control?
There is a male birth control pill in the works but there are...
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How effective is birth controll?
The Birth Control Pill ("the Pill") is 99.7% under Perfect Us...
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When you first start taking the birth control pill is it normal to miss your period the first month?
Your period would follow about four to six weeks after you ta...
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Why do people on birth control gain weight?
A new study shows that birth control pills do not cause weigh...
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Why would a doctor give birth control to a 14 year old?
The birth control pill offers many health benefits, including...
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Does birth control affect periods?
Birth control can alter the flow and the length of your perio...
About Birth Control
Birth control refers to the interception of a female egg and a male sperm so that embryo implantation, resulting in pregnancy, does not occur. Birth control has been practiced for thousands of years, and there are various methods which have evolved, including birth control pills, patches, and shots, as well as condoms, diaphragms, and birth control rings. Methods that don't require additional contraception include early withdrawal and abstinence.
About Birth Control Pills
Birth control pills prevent pregnancy by stopping ovulation, or the release of an egg into the ovaries. Birth control pills contain hormones -- estrogen, progestin or both -- which prevent the egg from being released before menstruation. If no egg is released, a sperm cannot join with it. Hense, pregnancy is prevented. There are many different pills, so consult with your doctor to choose one that is right for you.
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About Cancer
Cancer is defined as an uncontrolled growth of a group of cells in the body. It can have devastating affects. Some cancers are manageable and even curable, others are terminal. It all depends on the type and location of the tumors or cells. Cancer treatments vary from cancer to cancer. There is chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and a multitude of alternative treatments available. New drugs and treatments are being explored everyday through clinical trials in the United States and other countries.
About Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian cancer is a cancer that starts in the female reproductive glands, called the ovaries, where the ova (eggs) are produced. Ovarian cancer is the fifth most common type of cancer and is the leading cause of death in female reproductive cancers. The more children a woman has could decrease her risk of developing ovarian cancer. Women with either a personal or family history of breast and/or ovarian cancer also have a higher risk for ovarian cancer.
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