Endometriosis
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Endometriosis cannot be prevented. This is in part because the cause is poorly understood. But long-term use of birth control hormones (patch, pills, or ring) may prevent endometriosis from becoming worse.
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August 1, 2007- Author:
- Kathe Gallagher, MSW
Ralph Poore
Monica Rhodes - Medical Review:
- Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Deborah A. Penava, BA, MD, FRCSC, MPH - Obstetrics and Gynecology
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