What is the best birth control?

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Sterilization: This provides up to 99.5% effectiveness in preventing pregnancy,Contraceptive patch: This provides up to 92% effectiveness in preventing pregnancy,Emergency contraception: This provides up to 89% effectiveness in preventing pregnancy

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I'm 9 weeks into my pregnancy and I've come down with a cough. I started taking Zedex cough syrup for it, but I'm a bit concerned. Is it safe to use Zedex while I'm pregnant?

No this medicine is not safe during pregnancy

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I'm really worried because I missed my period for about 45 days, and now I'm feeling stomach pain and noticing some light spotting. Could this be a sign of implantation, or is it more likely related to my period? Plus, my lower abdomen is really hurting. I'd love some guidance on what might be going on.

if it is due to implantation the retained produts are still in uterus so do usg

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I'm almost 39 weeks pregnant and I've got these annoying red rashes around my belly that are super itchy. Im not sure if theyre from using a razor or what. Is it safe for me to take levocet to help with this? And would it be okay to try just one dose, given I could be heading to the hospital for delivery any day now?

. For temporary relief, topical treatments like calamine lotion or a cool compress may be helpful, but make sure to follow up with your healthcare provider to get the most appropriate treatment.

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