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Can you still experience the side effects of the combined birth control pill even after having been taking it for over a year?

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Dr. Asha Kamnani answered

Yes: Certain side effects of BCPs are not really side effects. They are changes that are normally seen with BCPs. For you it may be a nuisance. However, they can remain with you as long as you are on it. The most common is increased appetite. Good luck!

Dr Anissian agreed

Answered 3/6/2015

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A member asked:

Can you still experience the side effects of the combined birth control pill even after having been taking it for over a year?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Asha Kamnani answered

Dr Anissian agreed

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