Questions: Which of the following is an advantage of using oral contraceptives? It results in less menstrual cramps. It provides protection against HIV. It is independent of a woman's health profile. It prevents against breast cancer.

Which of the following is an advantage of using oral contraceptives?
It results in less menstrual cramps.
It provides protection against HIV.
It is independent of a woman's health profile.
It prevents against breast cancer.
Transcript text: Which of the following is an advantage of using oral contraceptives? It results in less menstrual cramps. It provides protection against HIV. It is independent of a woman's health profile. It prevents against breast cancer.
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The answer is the first one: it results in less menstrual cramps.

Explanation for each option:

  1. It results in less menstrual cramps: Correct. One of the advantages of using oral contraceptives is that they can help reduce menstrual cramps and make periods lighter and more regular.

  2. It provides protection against HIV: Incorrect. Oral contraceptives do not provide protection against sexually transmitted infections, including HIV. Barrier methods like condoms are necessary for protection against STIs.

  3. It is independent of a woman's health profile: Incorrect. The suitability of oral contraceptives can depend on a woman's health profile, including factors like age, smoking status, and any pre-existing health conditions.

  4. It prevents against breast cancer: Incorrect. There is no conclusive evidence that oral contraceptives prevent breast cancer. In fact, some studies suggest that there may be a slight increase in the risk of breast cancer with the use of certain types of oral contraceptives.

Summary: The advantage of using oral contraceptives is that it results in less menstrual cramps.

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