Can progesterone for birth control & menopause cause weight gain?

This article was reviewed by Julia Switzer, MD, FACOG. Does Progesterone Cause Weight Gain? What to Know If you’ve recently ...

10 side effects of birth control and what to do about them, according to a gynecologist

The side effects of birth control include spotting, headaches, missed periods, mood swings, nausea, and more.
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Progesterone pills vs. creams: What is best for me? Do they cause weight gain?

This article was reviewed by Julia Switzer, MD, FACOG. If you’re entering perimenopause or menopause, you’ve probably heard ...
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Progesterone Use Before Pregnancy Tied to Lower Risk for Miscarriage, Study Finds

A large study suggests taking progesterone before pregnancy — not just after conception — may help reduce the risk for ...

Going through menopause? Here's a guide to see if hormone replacement therapy is right for you

Hormone replacement therapy can help relieve symptoms of menopause but can come with side effects like spotting.
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Everything You Need To Know About the Birth Control Shot

Birth control shots are highly effective, with less than a 1 in 100 chance of pregnancy in the first year. This type of birth control does not protect you against sexually transmitted infections (STIs ...
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What Is the Yuzpe Method of Emergency Contraception?

If you’re worried about pregnancy after unprotected sex, you may be able to safely use your birth control pills as emergency ...
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Hormone Replacement Therapy Restores Healthy Immune Response

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) or menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) are treatments to mediate symptoms of menopause.

‘Understanding your hormones isn’t scary, it’s empowering’: Mini Mathur talks about starting bioidentical HRT for menopause

The choice of the specific type and category of hormone therapy will depend on a woman’s individual symptoms, medical history ...