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I am 20yrs and stopped taking birth control. I was taking a pregesterone only pill for about 5mths now. About 3wks ago I was taking ammoxicillian for bronchitis while I was taking my pill. During that time I had unprotected sex. I stopped taking my pills about 2wks ago, and still no period. Is there a chance that I could be pregnant? (By the way, my doc never told me antibiotics could decrease effectivness.)

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Yes, Kellie,

It's possible that you could be pregnant. See if you develop any pregnancy symptoms or if you have your next period. If you want to get a free pregnancy test, go to http://www.optionline.org or call 1-800-395-HELP and find a pregnancy resource center near you if possible. Or try this website
http://www.heartbeatinternational.org/worldwide_directory

Please email me at DCHERYL51@yahoo.com if you want to talk more.

Sincerely,
Diane Wooley

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