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Can birth control prepare milk in the breast just like pregnancy?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Galactorrhea: Galactorrhea is a possible side effect of some oral contraceptives.

Dr Aronzon and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/9/2015

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