What two (2) hormones do combination birth control pills contain? Estrogen and progesterone What are their purposes? inhibit GnRH help preventing follicular development

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What are their purposes? inhibit GnRH help preventing follicular development

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Birth control pills 

These pills are use to prevent unwanted child.  They are taking in daily basis and its main function is to stop ovulation. It also has many side effects such as irregular periods, weight gain, headache, etc. 

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