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Smoking and the Pill

Monday, 7 May 2012


Question

I am a 19-year old taking Emoquette birth control pills. I smoke about 1 or 2 cigarettes a day, if I smoke at all, and I usually only smoke about 1 or 2 days out of the week, 1 or 2 weeks a month. I know heavy smoking while on the pill increases risks of blood clots and such, but I was wondering if occasional light smoking poses any risks.

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A Spotty Situation

Monday, 7 May 2012


Question

What could I have if I have swollen tonsils and white spots all over them?

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Dry Down South

Monday, 7 May 2012


Question

I have been taking Apri (birth control) for almost three months. I recently noticed (within the last pill pack) I have regular vaginal dryness. I was wondering if this was attributed to the birth control or another reason. If it is the birth control, will it go away?

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