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Need 2nd opinion on ovarian cyst. having problems with menstruation/digestion & painful cysts. can this be caused by changing birth control pills?

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Pill vs.Ovarian cyst: The oral contraceptive pill actually suppresses small ovarian cysts by hormonal regulation. If you were not taking the pill for a substantial amount of time, then they can re-form.

Answered 7/18/2014

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