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I have pcos & i am ttc.last month my obgyn gave metformin & letrozole. this month she prescribed for dydrogesterone.what is for the last one?

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Prevent ovulation: This is to try toprevent ovulation, thereby minimizing new cysts

Answered 12/6/2016

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