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It is a known fact that the hormones in oral contraception (estrogen & progestogen) may cause water retention in some individuals, resulting in increased weight. This is normally not.
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Which method of birth control will suit you best?

If you want to have sex without getting pregnant, the pill is an extremely reliable method of contraception.

Today's pills - which are called low-dose oral contraceptives - are very easy to tolerate. This means that the majority of women don't suffer from side effects on the pill. Or if you do, they usually wear off after the first three packs.(Side effects)1

In recent years, pills have changed a lot and the hormones in them have been improved. The result is that some new pills can have a positive effect on your whole sense of well-being. They can reduce pre-menstrual symptoms2,3, they can help you to avoid fluid retention2 and they can also clear up problem skin3.

Today, over 100 million women take the pill every day as their chosen method of birth control so that they can enjoy sex without the worry of an unwanted pregnancy.5



Before you go on the pill, you should take various things into account such as your age and whether or not you feel ready for a sexual relationship.

Then, if you want to go ahead, your doctor will be able to advise you whether the pill is a suitable method of contraception for you and which type of pill will suit you best.