Abstract
AbstractThe interlink between bleeding control and contraceptive development has always been an important factor. But after many years of advances in contraceptive technology, this interplay has resulted in development of safer and better contraceptive methods that often offer significantly less bleeding for women with both normal bleeding patterns as well as in those suffering from heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB). Recognition of the success of progestin-only methods, such as the hormonal IUDs, progestin dominant oral contraceptives, and the high dose progestin-only pill in substantially decreasing and controlling menstrual bleeding has led the way. This recognition also led to the development of many [non-contraceptive] protocols to stop acute heavy bleeding as well as manage long-term bleeding [using contraceptive methods as well; as non-contraceptive methods].But even better, there is a new PLUS. The distinct benefit and risk profiles of the many different progestins now available are intentionally being used either in combination contraceptive pills [COCPs] or alone, to add additional benefits, to decrease side effects and risks, and increase effectiveness and bleeding control.
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Springer Science and Business Media LLC
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