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Contraception Methods and Side Effects (N = 14)
| Contraception Method | No. (%) | Side Effects | No. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral pills | |||
| With interval | 7 (50.0) | Weight gain | 4 |
| Without interval | 2 (14.4) | Skin changesa | 1 |
| Quarterly injectable (MPA) | 3 (21.4) | Weight gain | 1 |
| Monthly injectable (MPA) | 1 (7.2) | Did not answer | 1 |
| Intrauterine device | 1 (7.2) | Weight gain | 1 |
MPA = medroxyprogesterone acetate.
Oily, acne, spots on the skin.
