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Birth Control


            
             Background Information on "The Pill-.
             Birth control pills are one of the most effective reversible methods of birth control. Little do people know, is that there are many different kinds of pills. There are two basic types of pills- combination pills and progestin-only pills. The only difference between the two is that conbination pills also contain estrogen as well as progestin. Combination pills usually work by stopping a womans ovaries from releasing eggs, better knon as ovulation. Progestin-only pills also prevent ovulation, but in a much different way. These pills thicken the cervical mucus, thus allowing no sperm to join together with the egg. Both of these types provide a way to prevent ovulation, and more importantly, pregnancy.
             Cost:.
             The cost of an examination by a doctor before being able to attain the pill will most likely range from $50-$125. Depending on the type, and brand, is how much each package of pills will cost. A prescription will probably cost around $20-$35 a month. .
             Pros and Cons of usage.
             Pros Cons.
             Prevents infection of the fallopian tubes (pelvic inflammatory disease), which often leads to infertility Prevents ectopic pregnancy Prevents noncancerous breast growths Prevents ovarian cysts Prevents cancer of the ovaries Prevents cancer of the lining of the uterus Prevents troublesome menstrual cramps Prevents acne Prevents premenstrual symptoms, as well as related headaches and depression Prevents excess body hair bleeding between periods weight gain or loss breast tenderness nausea rarely, vomiting changes in mood headache change in sexual desire depression.
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             Reliability.
             The Pill is one of the most effective reversible methods of birth control. Of 100 women who use the Pill, only five will become pregnant during the first year of typical use. Combination pills are somewhat more effective than progestin-only pills. Fewer than one out of 1,000 women who use combination pills will become pregnant with perfect use.


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