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Is it true you can not have endometriosis with0out a period. i have a bc pill that only allows my period 3 times a month. just started july?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

False: Birth control pills do not prevent endometriosis. They can help control symptoms in those who have the problem.

Dr Lewis agreed

Answered 9/4/2014

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A member asked:

Is it true you can not have endometriosis with0out a period. i have a bc pill that only allows my period 3 times a month. just started july?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Dr Lewis agreed

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