contraceptive

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In addition to their use as a contraceptive, the pills are prescribed for a variety of health issues, including preventing anemia from heavy periods and treating uterine fibroids.

From Salon

Despite continuing pain, she says the only advice she has been given is to take the contraceptive pill.

From BBC

Hall, a self-employed silversmith, first noticed symptoms after coming off the contraceptive pill which she said had been "masking" the pain for 10 years.

From BBC

She asked doctors if it could be endometriosis but was told she was too young and was given the contraceptive pill to ease the pain.

From BBC

The findings may also support the development of new contraceptive strategies, particularly nonhormonal approaches.

From Science Daily