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When birth control pill doesn't reduce cramp and bleeding, do i just keep changing and trying new? taking it for a year for endometriosis.

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Dr. Adeshola Ezeokoli answered

Gyne doctor: If it is not helping, there is no point taking it. Visit a specialist for other options. Unfortunately, endometriosis is very hard to treat

Dr Minich and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/11/2015

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A member asked:

When birth control pill doesn't reduce cramp and bleeding, do i just keep changing and trying new? taking it for a year for endometriosis.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Adeshola Ezeokoli answered

Dr Minich and another doctor agreed

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