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Can birth control pills protect me from sexually transmitted diseases?
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No: Birth control pills effectively prevent pregnancy when used correctly. They do not protect against sexually transmitted infections. You should use a condom to decrease your risk.
Answered 6/30/2021
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Yes: They do confer a small amount of protection but you should use condoms and good judgement picking partners for more complete protection.
Answered 1/1/2012
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