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What to do about polycystic ovarian syndrome(pcos) and preventing cancer: progesterone only or combination birth control pills?
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Either is: okay to lower your risk of endometrial cancer. It is important to not go more that 3-4 months without having a period. Using a progesterone only or combo OCP is a good choice. Once in menopause, you don't need either.
Answered 6/12/2017
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