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How does estrogen work to prevent fertilization in contraceptive pills?
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Prevents Egg Growth: Great question. Estrogen inhibits a hormone called FSH which usually helps grow an egg. But the Progesterone part of birth control prevents ovulation and makes the inside of the uterus thinner to prevent pregnancy.
Answered 1/15/2015
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