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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Birth Control Pill | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: Mia, I been on tri- cyclen low (28) for many years and it has been working fine. I just realized ... A: I just realized I misread where you were in your pill pack. I apologize. Based on what you have ... | |
| Birth Control Pill | 8/2/2009 |
| Q: Mia, I been on tri- cyclen low (28) for many years and it has been working fine. I just realized ... A: If you had sex for the first 7 days on the placebo, then you were still protected. If you had sex ... | |
| nuva ring help | 3/1/2009 |
| Q: i just started using nuva ring a week ago and i took it out had sex and my partner pre came inside ... A: If you had the ring out for more than 3 hours then there is a chance you can become pregnant. If he ... | |
| Depo & Pregnancy | 2/26/2009 |
| Q: I haven't had a depo shot since early Nov.'08. Me and my boyfriend had sex in Jan.'09 and it's now ... A: If your last shot was in early November then you are protected for the 12 weeks after that, which ... | |
| 2 months late | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: I took plan b in oct.22 and i got my period about a week after. Then in nov. 30-dec.5 i got my ... A: Plan B is a high dose of birth control pill so it can change your regular cycles. So it is possible ... | |
| ????? | 2/17/2009 |
| Q: My boyfriend and I of 8 months have talked about this form of birthcontrol and i was wantiong to try ... A: Do you mean the birth control pill? There are many different brands of pill and they affect ... | |
| Switching Birth Control | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: I want to start off by thanking you for your time. I am currently taking YAZ. I have been on it ... A: Yes you can start the new brand of birth control after you finish your last pack of Yaz. There are ... | |
| Birth Control | 2/13/2009 |
| Q: I just started birth control pills without waiting for my period the next month , ( my period was ... A: It is fine to start the pill at any time during the month. You should use a back-up method such as ... | |
| Nuva Ring | 2/7/2009 |
| Q: ! I'm totally stressed out, I am a senior year nursing student in my very last semester and ... A: Did you go for more than 7 days without a ring? Whenever wait more than 7 days before inserting a ... | |
| period and birthcontrol | 2/3/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE BEEN ON BIRTH CONTROL SINCE I WAS 12YEARS OLD AND AM 19 YEAR OLD NOW. I HAVE BEEN ON THE ... A: If you are on the pill and have been taking it correctly with no missed pills then you are most ... | |
| non-active birth control | 2/2/2009 |
| Q: I have been on birth-control for two months and this time while taking the non-active pills I still ... A: Yes, it is normal. Your period can arrive at any time during the inactive week and is not considered ... | |
| medication mixing | 1/31/2009 |
| Q: I have been taking the same birth control pills for almost a year. I recently started taking ... A: Spotting/breakthrough bleeding is a common side effect of the pill. While it is more common during ... | |
| period question | 1/30/2009 |
| Q: how often would you get your period with this pill?.or would you still have your regular one evry ... A: Are you asking about a specific brand, or just in general? Most birth control pills are designed to ... | |
| Could I be pregnant? | 1/24/2009 |
| Q: I had a baby 5 months ago. 6 weeks after having him I started taking the pill Levora. I took it for ... A: Whenever you go more than 7 days without the pill there is a chance that you can become pregnant. It ... | |
| the marine contraceptive | 1/22/2009 |
| Q: the are the most experienced side effects with regards to the marine contraceptive. A: The main side effects are breakthrough bleeding, cramps, and nausea. This should go away after the ... | |
| IUD | 1/21/2009 |
| Q: I've heard so many mixed things about the Copper 7 IUD that I'm not sure if I should get it or not. ... A: The IUD is a safe, effective method of birth control but like all methods carries some risks. The ... | |
| Question about Period | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: I asked a question to Norman last night and he did respond, however, I need to ask a follow-up and ... A: If I am understanding correctly, you missed one pill which you made up by taking 2 pills when you ... | |
| confused | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: Ok i just started taking my yaz today its sunday first pill..me and my partner had sex tonight..no ... A: If today was the first day of your period, or you are within 5 days of the start of your period then ... | |
| Microgynon 30 - After finshing first pack | 1/11/2009 |
| Q: I finsihed the first pack of 'The Pill' on a Thursday, it is now Sunday and I am still waiting for ... A: Your period can arrive at any time during the inactive pill week and is not considered late. Some ... | |
| Birth Control Pills- Wrong Start Day | 12/23/2008 |
| Q: I was supposed to start my first pack of pills (28 day pack) on the first Sunday following my ... A: Yes, it should go away soon. It is a side effect from your body still adjusting to the pill. Also, ... | |
| asldkfj; | 12/20/2008 |
| Q: i recently switched from the depo provera shot to the tri-sprintec pill. i was only on depo for 2 ... A: Each Depo shot lasts 3 months so if you started the pill after 2 months on Depo then you had an ... | |
| is the pill working? | 12/19/2008 |
| Q: i started taking birth control this summer but stopped shortly after. I just returned to taking ... A: Breakthrough bleeding is a common side effect of the pill, especially during the first few months on ... | |
| about pregnancy | 12/19/2008 |
| Q: I have been on the depo shot I had it 3 times my last depo shot expired february 15 2008... my ... A: Whenever you have sex during ovulation without protection there is a chance you could become ... | |
| periods after mirena removal | 12/18/2008 |
| Q: I had a mirena fitted after the birth of my youngest daughter who is now almost 3 which I then had ... A: The Mirena IUD contains hormones which can prevent ovulation. It could take your cycles 1-3 months ... | |
| Birth Control Pills- Wrong Start Day | 12/17/2008 |
| Q: I was supposed to start my first pack of pills (28 day pack) on the first Sunday following my ... A: Do you mean you took the 4 remainder pills on the same day? This could cause your period to stop, ... | |
| Switching birth control pills temporarily | 12/17/2008 |
| Q: I've been using Microgynon 30 for about a year, but due to circumstance, I have to use Yasmine for ... A: Yes, this is safe to do. You may experience some side effects such as breakthrough bleeding since it ... | |
| no period | 12/16/2008 |
| Q: I have been off birth control now since Oct. I had my period from the last pack of pills and now ... A: Were you on the pill? For most hormonal methods, you should get your period again after 1-3 months ... | |
| Birth Control Pills- Wrong Start Day | 12/16/2008 |
| Q: I was supposed to start my first pack of pills (28 day pack) on the first Sunday following my ... A: It is ok to start your first pack at any time during the month. What you are experiencing is ... | |
| birth control | 12/15/2008 |
| Q: i am on the birth control pills called kariva and i chose the day 1 start. it said i did not have ... A: Yes, you are protected. If you start birth control the day of your period, or within 5 days of ... | |
| I've stopped the pill | 12/12/2008 |
| Q: I am 40 and my husband and I have decided to have another baby before I get to old. I have a 2 year ... A: Headaches and some dizziness are common side effects of both starting and stopping the pill. Your ... | |
| Chances of getting pregnant | 12/11/2008 |
| Q: I started taking Loestin Fe 24 around November and I had sex for the first time in October. I have ... A: If you have gotten your period after you had sex then you are not pregnant. Some women may ... | |
| Back up protection? | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: I had a question about missing birth control pills and determining whether or not I should use back ... A: Are you on the combination pill (progestin and estrogen) or the mini-pill (progestin-only)? Most ... | |
| birth control pill | 12/9/2008 |
| Q: is it normal to experience "estrogen dominance" when coming off the birth control pill? A: When coming off birth control, your body will start readjusting to the hormone levels you had before ... | |
| Going off the pill | 12/9/2008 |
| Q: It takes up to three months for your hormones to return to normal after going off the pill, so could ... A: Yes, it can take several months for your period to return after going off the pill. Since every ... | |
| side effects | 12/8/2008 |
| Q: WHEN TAKING MICROGESTIN 30/1.5 WAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS? AND WHEN DO THE PILLS BECOME ACTIVE? A: The side effects of the pill (all brands) include breakthrough bleeding, nausea, breast tenderness, ... | |
| Starting a new pack of birth control right away | 12/8/2008 |
| Q: I have been on the generic form of Ortho Tri-Cyclen (Tri Sprintec) for a few years. I know that ... A: It is possible to try and skip a period on pills with different doses (triphasic), such as ... | |
| Birth Control Pills! | 12/7/2008 |
| Q: I am new to the world or birth control. I am taking microgestin fe 1.5/30. I've read some reviews on ... A: As long as you take your pills on time and do not miss any of the active pills, you are protected ... | |
| Missed period, please help me. | 12/4/2008 |
| Q: okay so i have been on birth control for 4 months, to clear up my face, and I was having ... A: I think I understand correctly, but let me review so I know for sure: When you and your boyfriend ... | |
| Period for almost weeks | 12/3/2008 |
| Q: i was on the birth control shot depo over the summer (end of june to end of september). I had alot ... A: Irregular bleeding is a common side effect of hormonal birth control, both when starting and ... | |
| birth control | 12/2/2008 |
| Q: I am currently taking the birth control pill Apri. It is time for me to go off and have a period. ... A: It is highly unlikely that it is implantation bleeding. As long as you have been taking the pill ... | |
| Necon 1 35 | 11/24/2008 |
| Q: Firstly, I was curious if I am protected the week after my period (when starting the second pack) or ... A: As long as you take the pill on time with no missed/late pills then you are protected both during ... | |
| Hair loss on cerazette | 11/23/2008 |
| Q: Been taking Cerazette for 4 months now, im 42 and my hair is breaking off when brushed and washed ... A: Hair loss is a side effect of hormonal pills, including the mini-pill, which you are one. Usually it ... | |
| Pregnancy risk after missed pill plus late start of new pack! | 11/23/2008 |
| Q: I am happily married to my hubby, whom I met five years ago. Here is my question. I missed the very ... A: I think I have it correct: you missed your last pill, then had your inactive week, then started your ... | |
| few times D & C | 11/22/2008 |
| Q: I start taking Diane 35 pills last Feb.2008 then i stopped July,2008..I wanted to know if it's ... A: It's been 3-4 months since you stopped the pill, so it is very possible you did not ovulate during ... | |
| few times D & C | 11/22/2008 |
| Q: I start taking Diane 35 pills last Feb.2008 then i stopped July,2008..I wanted to know if it's ... A: It can take your body a few months to adjust to being off the pill. So it is possible that you did ... | |
| Birth control. | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: my name is Breanna, i am 15 years old. I am pregnant with my first child. I am due January 29th. ... A: Mirena may be a good option for you. It is over 99% effective in preventing pregnancy. You need to ... | |
| Birth control. | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: my name is Breanna, i am 15 years old. I am pregnant with my first child. I am due January 29th. ... A: Other options include condoms, an IUD (which is placed in the uterus for up to 5 years), or the Depo ... | |
| pregnance | 11/20/2008 |
| Q: I have been on the depo shot for over a year now. I got my first shot 6 weeks after my daughter was ... A: As long as you have been receiving the shot on time and have not missed any, your chances of ... | |
| 2 week long period | 11/20/2008 |
| Q: I stopped taking my birth control about 6-8 months ago, after I stopped my periods were pretty ... A: It is common for a period to be irregular for the first few months after going off the pill because ... | |
| Birth Control Using Pills | 11/19/2008 |
| Q: I use 21 days pill pack. After 5 days, when I stop using the pills I get menses. Can I have sex ... A: As long as you have been taking the pill on time with no missed or late days, you are still ... | |
| Birth Control side effects | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: I recently switched birth control brands, because the first gave me super bad headaches. Now i'm on ... A: Yes, spotting is a common side effect of the pill, especially during the first few months. It is ... | |
| Fiancée worried about being pregnant | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: My fiancée is taking the pill and we decided to manipulate the dates slightly by having 2 9day ... A: There is a possibility that she ovulated because she has had 9 day break without the pill. She ... | |
| Kelnor Birth Control | 11/17/2008 |
| Q: I have been on birth control since I was 17 and have never had a problem with weight gain. About 6 ... A: It is possible to gain a bit of weight on the pill due to water retention caused by the hormones. ... | |
| nuvaring | 11/17/2008 |
| Q: i am going on the nuvaring for the first time this month. i started my period on the 8th of this ... A: You can insert the nuvaring at any time between day 1 and day 5 of your period. It is recommended ... | |
| Microgynon 30 | 11/15/2008 |
| Q: I really hope you can answer my question as im pretty stressed out. I am taking microgynon 30. Can ... A: Taking the pill between 8 and 10am is fine and will not increase your chances of pregnancy. It is ... | |
| Starting the pill | 11/15/2008 |
| Q: Hey im just 16 and will be 17 in like five months. I'm not planning on having sex yet but i was ... A: You should start to consider taking birth control when you are ready to date and become sexually ... | |
| Birth Control and Emotions | 11/14/2008 |
| Q: My name is Fallon, and I was looking for some answers on birth control and emotion when I found a ... A: Yes, your emotional changes could be from the pill, especially if it started after you began the ... | |
| iud | 11/13/2008 |
| Q: is the iud removal painfull?? and what should i expect after its removed?? as far as pain cramps ... A: IUDs themselves do not cause you to become infertile. That is a myth. What can cause infertility is ... | |
| Question about stopping birth control | 11/13/2008 |
| Q: Mia- I am 27 years old and have been on birth control for 7 years. I got my period on october 16th ... A: Yes, it is possible that your period will be late or that you will not have a period this month. It ... | |
| iud | 11/13/2008 |
| Q: is the iud removal painfull?? and what should i expect after its removed?? as far as pain cramps A: IUD removal is quicker and easier than insertion and should not be painful. There may be some mild ... | |
| yaz/and depo | 11/12/2008 |
| Q: I recently was on depo for 3 years and stopped.My last shot was March 31st of this year.I started ... A: Have you had unprotected sex between the end of June (when your last shot would have no longer been ... | |
| The Shot | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: I started taking the shot in January and your suppose to get it every 3 months. I did for 3 times; ... A: What you are experiencing is common when going off of depo. It can take up to 10 months, or ... | |
| Birth control concerns | 11/3/2008 |
| Q: I have a question about using birth control. I am currently on the pill (Necon 1/35). I take it at ... A: If you have been getting your withdrawal bleed then you are not pregnant. In rare cases, women who ... | |
| IUD removal | 11/3/2008 |
| Q: I had my IUD(Merina) removed on Sept. 24th. I bleed for two weeks after off and on. When I stopped I ... A: If you ovulated on the 15th and had sex on the 13th then yes there is a chance you are pregnant. I ... | |
| Microgestin fe 1.5/30 | 11/3/2008 |
| Q: I just started taking the pill today and was wondering if i will have my period the firs week??? i ... A: You will have your period during the inactive pill week (4th week.) Some women experience a few days ... | |
| Yaz | 11/2/2008 |
| Q: I just discontinued Yaz in September. I got my period during the last week in September. I haven't ... A: It is common for a woman's cycle to be irregular for the first 3 months or so after stopping the ... | |
| DEPO SHOT | 11/2/2008 |
| Q: THE LAST TIME I MISSED MY DEPO SHOT I BLED FOR LIKE 2MONTHS AND I GOT ANOTHER SHOT IN JUNE AND THE ... A: Your period can stop while on the depo shot. It can also take a few months to start again once you ... | |
| Spotting after Depo | 11/1/2008 |
| Q: I recently decided to get a birth control shot i knew there will be spotting but my have been going ... A: Yes, the spotting is a normal side effect of the shot and can last for several days. It is from your ... | |
| Depo shot | 10/31/2008 |
| Q: Hey. I have been getting the depo shot for about three of four years now. I noticed I can go up ... A: The effectiveness of the shot lasts for 3 months. However, once you stop the shot it can take ... | |
| almost menopausal | 10/31/2008 |
| Q: Do I still need to worry about birth control if I only get a very light period once every several ... A: While fertility decreases with age, it is recommended that women use some form of birth control ... | |
| Cramping After Stopping Birth Control | 10/30/2008 |
| Q: I came off the birth control pill (28 day) about a month and a half ago and have been having ... A: Yes, your body is adjusting to being off the pill. The sore breasts and light cramping are most ... | |
| BIRTH CONTROL | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: OKAY I WAS ON BIRTH CONTROL PILLS...BUT I GOT OFF OF THEM BECAUSE THE ONES I WAS TAKING WAS MAKING ... A: You should take a home pregnancy test to determine whether or not you are pregnant. If you had sex ... | |
| Period after stopping birth control | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: I was taking Loestrin for 2 months. I ran out of my prescription and 4-5 days after my period ended ... A: If you had unprotected sex then there is a chance you are pregnant, as you could have ovulated this ... | |
| Mirena IUD | 10/28/2008 |
| Q: I have had Mirena for 5-6 months. I recently lifted heavy boxes and moved some furniture. The next ... A: There is a small chance that the IUD can move or fall out. This is more likely in younger women who ... | |
| period while on green pills | 10/28/2008 |
| Q: i took my fourth green pill today and i started my period..it was not due untill friday..do i finish ... A: You should continue to take the pills as you normally would, which means finishing the last green ... | |
| birth control risk | 10/10/2008 |
| Q: i recently started my first pack of birth control pills after a six month hiatus from the pill. ... A: Yes, if you took the pill for at least 7 days on time and with no missed pills, you are now ... | |
| unprotected sex | 10/9/2008 |
| Q: i started taking ortho cyclen 28 on 9-21-08, my period ended the 18th, so the 21st was the sunday ... A: If you start the pill on your period or the first Sunday afterwards, you are protected immediately, ... | |
| curious to know | 10/7/2008 |
| Q: I am a 21 y/o female. i am currenntly on the depo shot. How high are my chances on getting pregnant ... A: As long as you keep receiving the shot on time and do not miss appointments, you are protected. It ... | |
| stopped pill 4 months ago | 10/7/2008 |
| Q: I stopped Yaz 4 months ago and every month since I have noticed midcycle cramps, heavy bleeding and ... A: Morning sickness (or no morning sickness) is not hereditary. It is based on each individual ... | |
| Birth control | 10/6/2008 |
| Q: i was on the birth control pill had my bleed then stopped as we were going to try for a baby. my ... A: Yes, that is normal when you go off the pill. It usually takes women about 1-3 months, sometimes ... | |
| birth control | 10/5/2008 |
| Q: I just want to know that if your taking birth control and its the week to have your period and your ... A: If you are pregnant you will not have a period during the inactive week. However, women who are on ... | |
| i didn't start birthcontrol on the first sunday of my period | 10/3/2008 |
| Q: but i did not start taking the first pill on the first sunday of my period. i started taking it the ... A: You will be protected from pregnancy after being on the pill for 7 days. Since it has been more than ... | |
| MISSED PERIOD | 10/2/2008 |
| Q: I have been on Loestrin 24 for about 3 months now. My last pack I missed about 1 weeks worth. I was ... A: I have a few questions for you. Which week did you miss? Did it include any of the inactive pills? ... | |
| BCP as stand-alone method? | 9/30/2008 |
| Q: I have been taking a combo pill called kelnor (generic for ortho tri-cyclen) for about 6 months now. ... A: Those 3 nights that you took the pill a little later would not have reduced the pill's ... | |
| just quit the pill | 9/30/2008 |
| Q: I just recently quit the pill after starting it (i hated it and it gave me bad mood swings) I went ... A: You are still protected during that inactive week, as it is still the inactive week of your last ... | |
| stopping birth controll | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: I have stopped my birth control to try and conceive. I had my period a little over a week ago, two ... A: Yes, spotting or mid-cycle bleeding is a common side effect of stopping the pill. It can take about ... | |
| postponing period | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: I just read a recent answer you gave to someone regarding postponing her period by "switching up" ... A: Happy anniversary! Unfortunately, there is no way to postpone/move up your period if you are not on ... | |
| How long do side-effects last? | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: I've been taking Cerazette, a birth control pill containing Desogestrel, for about two years but ... A: For most women, it takes about 1-3 months for hormones to adjust back to pre-pill levels side ... | |
| When Should i expect my period after getting off birth control | 9/24/2008 |
| Q: Okay last month I had unprotected sex right after my period. I went to Pharmacy to get my Birth ... A: I read your comments. You are welcome for the help. I think at this point it is ok to wait to start ... | |
| missed period after stopping pill | 9/24/2008 |
| Q: i had been on birth control pill from april to july this year and have discontinued since then. I ... A: Yes, it is possible that your late period this month is due to going off the pill. It usually takes ... | |
| Missed Pills | 9/24/2008 |
| Q: "I have been taking the pill for about 4 months now. I recently had surgery to find out if I had ... A: Yes, there is a chance you could be pregnant. Whenever you miss pills you increase the chances of ... | |
| going off the pill | 9/23/2008 |
| Q: i am 25, married. i've been on the pill for about 10 years. i began taking it to regulate my period. ... A: I am sorry you are having so many symptoms. Yes, they are from stopping the pill. It can take a few ... | |
| stopped pill 4 months ago | 9/23/2008 |
| Q: I stopped Yaz 4 months ago and every month since I have noticed midcycle cramps, heavy bleeding and ... A: Yes, these symptoms can be from going off the pill. Mid-cycle bleeding can occur the first few ... | |
| Depo? | 9/22/2008 |
| Q: I called to schedule me a appointment with my doctor and they told me that i was pass due is there a ... A: If you are more than 1 week late with your shot it increases the chance of pregnancy. So yes, there ... | |
| no sex | 9/20/2008 |
| Q: I had a marina inserted and now my sex drive is gone.my hubby is very romantic and patient and i ... A: Since the Mirena IUD does contain some hormones (progestin), a lower sex drive is a possible side ... | |
| postponing period? | 9/20/2008 |
| Q: I am currently taking Ortho-tri-cyclen. Due to the predictability and regularity the pill offers I ... A: Congratulations on your wedding! It is possible to try and switch the start of your period and still ... | |
| Birth Control/ Irregular Bleeding | 9/19/2008 |
| Q: I am currently on Ortho and have been for about three years now, with little to no problems. I've ... A: We all make mistakes sometimes, especially when things get hectic. For your firstWhenever you miss ... | |
| re: BCP's | 9/18/2008 |
| Q: I'm 45yrs.old and on Aviane right now. I have a benign fibroid tumor aprox. 1cm. and have very heavy ... A: It makes sense that you are anemic, since this is very common in women who bleed heavily. If Aviane ... | |
| lutera birth control | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: okay so I have been taking lutera for about two weeks and everyone keeps telling me that it's not a ... A: If you have noticed some blurred vision since going on the pill you should give your doctor a call, ... | |
| lutera birth control | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: okay so I have been taking lutera for about two weeks and everyone keeps telling me that it's not a ... A: I do not know why you are being told that Lutera is not safe. Lutera is a generic form of Alesse and ... | |
| Worried | 9/14/2008 |
| Q: I just finished (a week ago) my third and last cycle of Alesse birth control pills. For about three ... A: Have you been taking the pill on time with no missed pills? I assume this past week was the ... | |
| Birth Control and Hair loss | 9/13/2008 |
| Q: My 17 year old is taking desogen and has been doing so for 8 months. Her hair has thinned like ... A: Birth control pills can increase the risk of varicose veins, usually in women over the age of 35. I ... | |
| Birth Control and Hair loss | 9/13/2008 |
| Q: My 17 year old is taking desogen and has been doing so for 8 months. Her hair has thinned like ... A: All birth control pills have blood clots as a risk. However, this risk is extremely small in women ... | |
| Switching pills and pregnancy risks | 9/12/2008 |
| Q: I have been on Ovysmen pill for about a year and a half and have recently changed to Micronongyn 30 ... A: Missing/late pills can cause breakthrough bleeding. I think that is what happened in you case, and ... | |
| Switching pills and pregnancy risks | 9/12/2008 |
| Q: I have been on Ovysmen pill for about a year and a half and have recently changed to Micronongyn 30 ... A: Some doctors suggest using a backup method during the first 7 days when switching to a different ... | |
| birth control | 9/12/2008 |
| Q: i did some research and it said if i had spotting that it might be a sign of chylmida! is spotting ... A: Spotting is very small amounts of blood that occur between periods. It can happen to women for many ... | |
| Plan B | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: last week,me & my husband were having sex & the condom broke & the next morning i took the "morning ... A: Plan B is a progestin-only pill that works much like the birth control pill. What you are ... | |
| Period on Birth Control | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: I started taking Ortho Tryclen Lo in August. I didnt realize that I needed to wait for my period to ... A: You are correct, you did not have a period in August because you had started taking the pills and ... | |
| brithcontrol days | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: I am a complete newby when it comes to taking the pills and i havn't bothered to talk to my doctor ... A: It depends on what type of pill you are on. If you are on a pill such as ortho-tricyclen, which has ... | |
| Took pill late... | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: I have been on the pill for about 2.5 months, taking it faithfully. I took my pill on time last ... A: Your chances of becoming pregnant are extremely small. While you should take the pill at the same ... | |
| Pregnancy after Mirena IUD | 9/6/2008 |
| Q: I am pregnant and very frustrated with trying to figure out my due date. The first day of my last ... A: First of all, congratulations on your pregnancy! Women with IUDs still ovulate, the IUD mainly ... | |
| required field | 8/31/2008 |
| Q: my due date for my depo was june 24 i didn't took it then i think it was june 30 can i get pregant ... A: If you are 2 or more weeks late in getting your shot, the doctor will usually have you take a ... | |
| Depo | 8/28/2008 |
| Q: I been of my depo for almost 2 years. Can it still be working. A: No, it is not still working as birth control, but it can take your body some time to adjust to a ... | |
| should i be worried | 8/28/2008 |
| Q: i took my birth control pill at 9pm and went out with my boyfriend at 10, and around 10:15 we had ... A: The pill probably has been fully absorbed, but it is generally recommended that you take another ... | |
| iud removal | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: I just had my iud taken out 1 week ago and have had unprotected sex 3 times sice. Is it possible to ... A: Were you using the Mirena IUD? Not having a period is common on this IUD because it causes a ... | |
| iud removal | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: I just had my iud taken out 1 week ago and have had unprotected sex 3 times sice. Is it possible to ... A: Yes it is possible to become pregnant soon after removal of the IUD. A woman can still ovulate while ... | |
| depo | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: i am on the depo shot me and my boyfriend had sex and he told me that he bust in me now i have been ... A: No, most likely you are not pregnant if you have been getting your shots as scheduled. Nausea and ... | |
| ortho tricyclen lo | 8/23/2008 |
| Q: I am on ortho-tricyclen lo and I get my period on saturdays and end on wednesdays. My boyfriend ... A: There is nothing wrong with doing that but you may get your period anyway. Since your levels of ... | |
| ortho tricyclen lo | 8/22/2008 |
| Q: I am on ortho-tricyclen lo and I get my period on saturdays and end on wednesdays. My boyfriend ... A: Are you talking about this week? Have you already started your placebo pill week? If so, it may be ... | |
| birth control | 8/22/2008 |
| Q: i just had a question. ive been on birth control for about 5 months now. if my boyfriend ... A: As long as you take your pill on time and do not miss a day, there is little chance of becoming ... | |
| missed period on birth control | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: I just started taking Yasmin. I started taking my placebo pills for the first time on Monday. It is ... A: Yes, this is normal. Your period can arrive at any point within the placebo week. Some women may get ... | |
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