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Why could i be getting painful ovarian cysts even while on birth control pills? (one of the cysts was 7.5 cm and had to be surgically removed)
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Not sure: It is not unusual for women to form cysts while on the pill. Might try a stronger formulation.
Answered 10/4/2016
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