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Is oral contraceptive pills good to take to regulate periods? is it effective in for irregular periods?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Oral contraceptives: Can be helpful in regulating irregular periods. See your gynecologist for recommendations.

Dr Burns agreed

Answered 1/23/2014

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Dr. James Burns answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Yes: They can be provided you have no contraindications or excessive risks for cancer or blood clots. Talk to your gynecologist or family doctor about this.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 4/23/2014

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