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What side effects are commonly associated with coming off the birth control pill ?

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Dr. Nayana Trivedi answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Uauslly none: Irregular period initially. If ocp was being taken for some medical reason like menstrual cramps, migraine headache, then they may return. Fluid retention and breast engorgement may also improve.

Dr Livingston agreed

Answered 6/30/2013

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