Know these 4 side-effects of taking oral contraceptive pills

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Written By: Editorial Team | Published : February 28, 2019, 8:03 PM

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Decreased Libido

It can be a distressing symptom of hormonal imbalances, particularly in conditions like low testosterone or estrogen levels. These imbalances can impact sexual desire and arousal, affecting intimate relationships. If you experience any of these symptoms persistently or if they interfere with your daily life, it's essential to consult a doctor. Various factors, including stress, medication, diet, or underlying health conditions, can cause hormonal imbalances or imaging scans to examine the glands responsible for hormone production.

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Headaches

Headaches: Pills can potentially trigger headaches and migraine in women. To avoid this problem, a woman should use a low-dose pill reduce the incidence of headaches.

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Vaginal-discharge-in-women

Vaginal discharge: These pills can cause increase or decrease in vaginal lubrication or a change in nature of the discharge. Though, these changes are not harmful, changes in colour or odour indicate an infection.

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