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She takes cyproterone 50mg & estradiol 1mg daily 4 some hormonal problem, are they contraceptive? and wht is the risk of getting pregnant while on it

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Ask her: It does not sound like she is on birth control. You should ask her why she is on these medications. If she is comfortable sharing that with you then she can discuss the reasons with you. Depending on the diagnosis fertility may or may not be an issue

Answered 12/19/2014

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