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Expert: - 9/25/2011


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So this is my second month on birth control.   When I went to get the birth control I did not have the same doctor I normally had, and he was not that good.   At the time I did not think of this question, but now I am freaking out!   So if I am on non-perscerption allergy medication for seasonal allergies (I use allegra) will it affect my birth control (alesse)?

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Jaylyne,

I have heard reports that some medications do affect birth control. However, you would have to check with your doctor. Can you get in touch with your regular doctor-like maybe calling?

I really don't recommend birth control pills or any kind of hormonal birth control methods. I don't like the fact of putting hormones in our bodies. Have you ever thought about this or researched it? Well, anyway, if you have any further questions or just want to talk or update me, please email me at CHERYL51@aol.com

Hope to hear from you soon.

Diane Cheryl

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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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I have almost 23 years of experience in counseling women about birth control and family planning.

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Illinois Valley Community College, Austin Community College, Travel Agent Degree and almost 23 years of counseling experience.
I have worked with Pregnancy Resource Centers for almost 23 years.

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