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My girlfriend recently got on the pill to help regulate her period. Since her mother was in the room when the doctor asked if she was sexually active she said no, and the doctor said that she didn't need a pelvic exam. Without a pelvic exam is the birth control prescribed sufficient for keeping her from getting pregnant?
Hi Shawn,
I think that she should get an exam but I can't advise you how to do that without her mother knowing. The birth control pill is not 100% safe from pregnancy. Even if you take it exactly correctly there are still risks involved. Also, the pill doesn't prevent Sexually Transmitted diseases. How old is your girlfriend? I would recommend abstinence at this point of your lives. In my opinion, it's too risky for pregnancy or STD's. Just my opinion. If you want to ask a followup question, feel free or to email me at DCHERYL51@yahoo.com
Diane Cheryl
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Answers by Expert:
Diane Cheryl
Expertise
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".
Experience
I have almost 23 years of experience in counseling women about birth control and family planning.
Education/Credentials
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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