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Why do oral contraceptives lead to a decreased sexual libido for some women?
 
  a. Oral contraceptives raise levels of Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG), a substance that binds testosterone and makes it inactive
  b. Oral contraceptives raise levels of Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG), a substance that binds testosterone and makes it more active
  c. Oral contraceptives raise levels of Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG), a substance that binds estrogen and makes it inactive
  d. Oral contraceptives raise levels of Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG), a substance that binds estrogen and makes it more active

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What is a major disadvantage of oral contraceptives?
 
  a. They may increase the pain of menstruation.
  b. They can lead to anemia.
  c. They do not protect against sexually transmitted infections.
  d. They may aggravate symptoms associated with pelvic inflammatory disease.



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