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Suggestions for alternatives to birth control pills for menstrual regulation?

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Few options: The pill is the first choice for cycle control and regulation. Another option is cyclic progesterone - less effective but appropriate for someone who cannot tolerate estrogen containing pills.

Answered 11/28/2014

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