According to new research, a majority of women have changed their due to .

In honor of World Contraception Day, which is held annually on the 26th of September, conducted a survey to inquire into the birth control habits of adult women. Natural Cycles is an FDA-approved birth control app, which allows users to compare birth control types, track their fertility, and fulfill prescriptions.

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In total, Natural Cycles surveyed over 4,000 users about their experience with birth control. They found that an overwhelming number – 86% -- admitted to changing their contraceptive method at least twice. The respondents provided a variety of reasons for the switch, including:

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  Age
  


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  Beliefs
  


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  Medical history
  


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  Lifestyle choices
  

The survey discovered that many of the respondents were motivated to switch forms due to unwanted or severe side effects. In fact, 76% specifically admitted to changing contraception due to the symptoms.

The side effects of birth control differ depending on the type of contraception as well as the person. Hormonal birth control methods often carry the most symptoms.

The pill is one of the most common forms of hormonal birth control. According to , its side effects may include:

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  Nausea
  


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  Spotting
  


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  Headaches
  


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  Tender breasts
  


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  Changes in
  

The outlet notes that most of the symptoms subside the longer the person has been taking . But if they don’t resolve themselves in a couple of months, Planned Parenthood encourages you to speak with your medical professional to discuss alternative options.

Natural Cycles’ survey also produced another interesting finding. 50% of respondents admitted to switching their birth control method without discussing it with or getting the consent of their partner.

The outlet notes that while it’s ultimately up to the person who's taking the medication what they put in their body, they add that having an open dialogue with your partner can make the decision easier and helps end stigma around birth control and contraceptives.

The (CDC) reports that approximately 65% of women aged between 14 to 49-years old in the United States currently use contraception.

They add that these figures increase with age – while 37% of women aged 15 to 19 use a form of birth control, this rises to 73% among women between the ages of 40 to 49.

There are a variety of types of contraception on the market including:

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  Vaginal ring
  


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  Birth control pill
  


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  Birth control shot
  


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  Birth control patch
  


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  Birth control implant
  


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  Intrauterine device (IUD)
  

Each has its own set of benefits and disadvantages as well as different degrees of effectiveness. We encourage you to speak with your healthcare provider for more information and to determine what form of contraception is right for you.

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