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May 1963 in “American journal of obstetrics and gynecology” Injecting 2 ml of TEEV every 4 weeks is better because it has the same benefits but fewer side effects.
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June 2022 in “JAAD case reports” A woman developed a severe skin reaction after getting a birth control implant.
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