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Does the combined birth control pill thicken cervical mucus?

Q: does the combined birth control pill thicken cervical mucus?

: Yes, OC pill changes the consistency of the cervical mucus which serves to stop sperm from entering the uterus.

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Yes, OC pill changes the consistency of the cervical mucus which serves to stop sperm from entering the uterus.

Answered 8/23/2022

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A member asked:

Does the combined birth control pill thicken cervical mucus?

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