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The scenarios vary based on how many pills you’ve missed and whether you take a combination pill or progestin-only pill
Despite popular opinion, scientific research shows that most birth control methods don’t contribute to weight gain
Certain seizure medications, HIV treatments, antibiotics or herbal supplements can make your oral contraception less effective
Birth control pills with estrogen are best for fighting hormonal acne
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Some birth control can hide perimenopausal symptoms
No, most hormonal birth control doesn’t affect your future fertility
It’s a nonhormonal, long-lasting and highly effective contraception
Most birth control methods are already out of your system in a few days
Here’s what experts say about how the two are related
Keeping a steady level of hormones is key in preventing a period
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