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I want birth control device but not one that disperses hormones. i found out about paragard. does this disperse hormones? is it effective in bc?

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Your choice: Speak to your gyn doctor , coper containing iud , has no hormone in it , 99% effective , you have to discuss with your doctor , pros ; cons of iud devices , and choose which is better for you.

Dr Refai and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/2/2013

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