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A member asked:
Now that im single should i stop taking the contraceptive pill and have a break as i have been on it for about 8 years.
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Not necessarily: Contraceptive pills perform more than just prevent pregnancy. You can stop if you desire; there may be changes that do occur that are not to your liking when not on oral contraceptives.
Answered 11/23/2013
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