Noncontraceptive Use of Contraceptive Agents

    June 2014 in “ Pediatrics in review ”
    Monique Collier Nickles, Elizabeth M. Alderman
    TLDR Contraceptive agents help with menstrual issues, acne, and other health conditions in teens.
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