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I don't want to use birth control for personal reasons. will i be okay with only using condoms?

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Dr. John Holden answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

Condom contraception: When used faithfully and properly, condoms are a very effective method of contraception!

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I don't want to use birth control for personal reasons. will i be okay with only using condoms?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Holden answered

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