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Emergency Contraception Advance provision of this type can increase its use significantly without adversely affecting the use of routine contraception. |
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Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Associated with Hormonal Contraception Abnormal uterine bleeding is a common but rarely dangerous side effect of hormonal contraception. It is, however, a major cause for the discontinuation of hormonal contraception and the resultant occurrence of unplanned pregnancy... |
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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Using Progestins in Clinical Practice Progestational agents have many important functions, including regulation of the menstrual cycle, treatment of dysfunctional uterine bleeding, prevention of endometrial cancer and hyperplastic precursor lesions, and contraception... |
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New Contraceptive Options A study of different forms and methods of contraception. |
American Family Physician
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STEPS - Levonorgestrel-Releasing Intrauterine System (Mirena) for Contraception The levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system is a reliable, reversible, low-maintenance method of long-term contraception. Rates of failure are similar to those of female sterilization, and the risk of expulsion is minimal for most users. |
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Putting a stop to dysfunctional uterine bleeding Learn how to search for the source of abnormal bleeding and help your patient get back on track. |
American Family Physician
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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. |
American Family Physician
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Dysmenorrhea The condition is the leading cause of recurrent short-term school absence in adolescent girls and a common problem in women of reproductive age. Empiric therapy can be initiated based on a typical history of painful menses and a negative physical examination. |
Nurse Practitioner
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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. |
American Family Physician
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Pregnancy Prevention in Adolescents The family physician plays a key role by engaging adolescent patients in confidential, open, and nonthreatening discussions of reproductive health, responsible sexual behavior, and contraceptive use. |
Salon.com
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The silence of the Pill The FDA may make oral contraceptives available over the counter -- and neither pro-life nor pro-choice groups seem to care. |
