Hormonal Methods of Birth Control Directory
With so many types of birth control methods, choosing the right one can be a daunting task. Hormonal methods of birth control, such as the pill, the patch, vaginal rings, and implants, use estrogen and/or progestin to prevent pregnancy, and in some cases help with painful menstruation, PMDD, heavy bleeding, and more. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how hormonal birth control methods work, the pros and cons of using them, and much more.
Medical Reference
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Is the Vaginal Ring a Good Choice for Me for Birth Control?
If you're considering a veginal ring for birth control, you'll want to know how it works, how effective it is, and what the side effects are.
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The Ortho Evra Birth Control Patch
Learn more about Ortho Evra, the birth control patch.
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Depo-Provera, the Birth Control Shot
Get the facts on Depo-Provera, an injectable birth control method, including its side effects and risks.
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Birth Control and the IUD (Intrauterine Device)
Learn how IUDs -- also called intrauterine devices -- work as birth control.
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Which Type of Long-Term Birth Control is Best for You?
Tired of taking birth control pills? There are lots of other contraception choices that need less action on your part and that you can stop at any time.
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Is Your Birth Control as Safe as You Think?
Since NuvaRing hit the market, more than 700 women have filed lawsuits, claiming it has caused potentially life-threatening blood clots. The battle may change the way millions of women prevent pregnancy.
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Stop Your Periods With Continuous Birth Control
Birth control doesn’t just prevent pregnancy. It can also help with your periods. Find out which ones stop or lighten them.
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No-Period Birth Control
Are no-period birth control pills safe?