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Expert: - 4/16/2008


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Hi, I have been on Alesse for almost 8 months now and have been very good at taking my pills. Recently I forgot to take a pill and didn't notice until I was supposed to take my next pill 24hrs later. Should I be very concerned if I have unprotected sex within the next 7 days? I have read information that says I am still protected since I only missed one pill, and other information saying I should use a back-up. I was wondering which information is correct. Thank You

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Hi Ciara,

Thanks for your question and I'm sorry it took me a little longer than normal to answer. I have a sick mother and aunt that I've been dealing with. Anyway, I would go with using a back-up method just in case. I hope you did that but anytime you have sex (even with supposed "protection), you can get pregnant. No method of birth control is 100% effective except abstinence. I don't know your situation and if you could do that. Let me know how you are doing.
You can email me at DCHERYL51@yahoo.com if you want to talk more.

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Diane Cheryl

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I can answer questions about the various methods of birth control. I can answer questions like "What would be the best method of birth control for me?" and other problems and concerns. I have researched side effects and risks of various methods of birth control. I have almost 23 years of experience working with various pregnancy resource centers. Please contact me at CHERYL51@aol.com if you would like to know more information about your situation or if I am "Maxed OUT".

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