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Expert: - 8/24/2008


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I have been taking loestrin 24 fe for almost a month now so I am still on my first pill pack. I was wondering if I would be protected against pregnancy the first day after my inactive week of pills. I wasn't sure if you are still protected during the inactive week or if I would need to wait longer after the inactive week than the first day of my 2nd pill pack since i have only been on it for a month now. Would it be safe for me to have sex on the first day of the 2nd pill pack? Any information you could give me would be a great help. Thank you.

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Hi Sarah,

You should be ok from what I've read. But the pill, even taken correctly long-term, is not 100% safe from pregnancy or STD's. Have you had any side effects from the pill. I don't recommend the pill because of the risks and side effects of hormonal birth control. I would really be interested in your experience after this month. Please email me at DCHERYL51@yahoo.com

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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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