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I take norethindrone 5 mg for abnormal bleeding. in 7 months i am getting married would the norethindrone at 5 mg also work as a birth control?
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Not the best : choice, and would have take it every day to have any contraceptive effect.
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Started micronor a week ago to control heavy bleeding. My nipples are really sore. Will this go away, or will I have this as long as I take it? How long does it last? I know I'm not pregnant.
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