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Birth Control for Women With Epilepsy (Copyright © Epilepsy Foundation )
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Publication Year: 2010
Language: English
Website: http://www.epilepsyfoundation.org/livingwithepilepsy/gendertopics/womenshealthtopics/birth-control-for-women-with-epilepsy.cfm
This fact sheet explores the complex interactions between hormonal birth control, such as the pill, and some of the medications used to control seizures. It explores the questions of whether women with epilepsy can use hormonal birth control and whether it is effective.
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Epilepsy Foundation
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Landover MD 20785-7223
Phone: 301-459-3700
Toll-free Phone: 800-332-1000
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