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Initiating Hormonal Contraception Physicians can help patients improve their use of birth control by providing anticipatory guidance about the most common side effects, giving comprehensive information about available choices, and honoring women's preferences. |
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Treatment options for Dysfunctional uterine bleeding The diagnosis and treatment of dysfunctional uterine bleeding can be a long emotional journey for the patient and a difficult challenge for the provider. |
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Methods for Cervical Ripening and Induction of Labor Induction of labor is common in obstetric practice. In the absence of a ripe or favorable cervix, a successful vaginal birth is less likely. Therefore, cervical ripening or preparedness for induction should be assessed before a regimen is selected. |
American Family Physician
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Emergency Postcoital Contraception Emergency postcoital contraception, a method used to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sexual intercourse, is a highly effective but underutilized birth control option.... |
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Birth Control Is Safer Than Ever (and Sometimes It's Even Good for You) Times have changed since women going on birth control risked the pelvic infections of the Dalkon Shield or hormones dosed perilously high. |
American Family Physician
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