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Which birth control method stops the menstrual cycle?

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Shot+: The Depo provera (medroxyprogesterone) shot along with certain hormonal IUD's and implantable methods all can minimize or eliminate withdrawal "period" bleeding.

Answered 10/10/2015

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A member asked:

Which birth control method stops the menstrual cycle?

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Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

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