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Choosing the most suitable OCP

Dr Linda Calabresi

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Dr Linda Calabresi

GP; Medical Editor, Healthed

Dr Linda Calabresi
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Which oral contraceptive pill is best for PMS? Or acne? Or avoiding weight gain?

These are the questions many GPs are asked by patients, and the questions many GPs would like answered by experts – if only to ensure they are already giving the most up-to-date, evidence-based advice.
 

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Dr Linda Calabresi

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