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What are Ovulation Suppressants (oral contraceptives)?

What are Ovulation Suppressants (oral contraceptives)?<br/>

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Asked by Kcupery, Last updated: Nov 21, 2024

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M. Delilah

M. Delilah

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Answered Jun 26, 2020

This condition can lead to severe pelvic pain. It is caused by tissue that is outside of the uterus. The second correct answer is can be taken for migraine headaches if using estrogen-only. These oral contraceptives are also known as OC's.

The OC's contain estrogen, which can help reduce the number of symptoms, including the pelvic pain from the endometriosis, as well as migraines. Though they are beneficial for these reasons, OC's are mainly used to help reduce the symptoms that come from period pain.

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Christian Jackson

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Answered Aug 13, 2019

There are two correct answers to this question, which are used for endometriosis and can be taken for migraine headaches if using estrogen-only. These can also be referred to as OC's or combined oral contraceptives. They contain estrogen and one of the many types of progestins. Along with preventing pregnancy, they have several health benefits.

The primary use is to avoid the symptoms that come along with the menstrual cycle. These symptoms include headaches, cramps, and back pains. When the OC's were first introduced, they had more estrogen than they do today, which has led to a decreased use today.

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John Smith

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Answered Mar 27, 2017

Used for endometriosis
Can be taken for migraine headaches if using estrogen only
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