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What Happens When You Skip a Birth Control Pill?
If you’ve forgotten to take a birth control pill, you’re likely wondering what you should do next. An Ob/Gyn discusses what to do if you forget a pill, your risk of pregnancy and other side effects to watch for.
Can Birth Control Cause Thyroid Problems?
Can birth control cause thyroid problems? An endocrinologist explains how birth control affects the thyroid, and what you can do to protect yourself.
Tired of Tampons? Here Are Pros and Cons of Menstrual Cups
Not sure if a menstrual cup is right for you? Learn more about its origins and find out if it’s a good solution or not.
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Hormones, Blood Clots and COVID-19: Should You Be Worried?
Are people who are pregnant or on hormonal medicines at a greater risk for getting blood clots if they contract COVID-19? Find out the answer from a vascular medicine specialist.
7 Benefits of Skipping Periods With Birth Control
Although periods are natural, there are benefits to skipping them. Our expert offers seven reasons why you might benefit.
What Does the Color of Your Period Mean?
Does the color of your period blood ever change? An Ob/Gyn offers a guide to what the different colors of period blood might mean, plus when to be concerned.
Do the Benefits of an IUD Outweigh the Potential Side Effects?
Weighing whether an IUD is right for you? Our expert breaks down the pros and cons to help you decide.
Does Taking Multiple Birth Control Pills at Once Work the Same as the Morning-After Pill?
An Ob/Gyn explains the method of emergency contraception called the Yuzpe regimen, which involves taking a higher dose of regular birth control pills.
Does Going on Birth Control Make You Gain Weight?
Studies have not found that birth control is associated with weight gain — with one exception. An Ob/Gyn explains.
