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Nuva ring or birth control pills, which is better?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Depends on your need: This is an individual issue. Can discuss with your provider. This is a good over view by Mayo Clinic. http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/birth-control/basics/birth-control-basics/hlv-20049454

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 5/10/2015

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