A member asked:

Yesterday, my doctor prescribed me the progestogen only pill. why?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Mary Vanko answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Minipill: The minipill is usually used for contraception, ask your doctor.

Answered 5/13/2012

5.9k views

Thank
Dr. Gerard Honore answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

Clarify: Do you mean 'why a progestin-only vs. Combined estrogen-progesterone pill?' or 'why would anyone take a progestin pill?' for birth control or for another reason?

Answered 10/4/2013

5.8k views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more