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hello ive been taking tri-spintec for about 3 weeks now (first time) havent missed a dose and been taking it everyday at the same time and i was wondering how long until it becomes effective? Also i should be due on my period next week. . me and my boyfriend had recently had unprotected sex but didnt ejaculate in me but somtimes theres pre-cum. Can i become pregnet?
Male discharge prior to ejaculation may contain sperm. The probability of pregnancy is small but real. Generally one should use a back up method of contraception for the first seven days after starting the contraceptive pill. This depends on the pill type. Check with your doctor.
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Bob Kambic
Expertise
Natural Family Planning, Periodic Abstinence, Rhythm, Catholic Church Method of Family Planning, Withdrawal, Condoms, Abstinence, Breast Feeding.
Experience
On the faculty of Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health for 22 years.
Publications
AJOBGYN, AJPH, Fertility and Sterility, Advances in Contraception, International Family Planning Perspectives, America, etc.
Education/Credentials
Duquesne University BA, University of Pittsburgh MSH, Johns Hopkins all but dissertation for PhD (ABD). Over 50 peer review articles on these topics, advisor to Planned Parenthood and to Vatican.
Past/Present Clients
Planned Parenthood, Family Planning Clinics, Womens' Reproductive Health Clinics, The Vatican, US Conference of Catholic Bishops, WHO, USAID, programs in Asia, Africa, Europe, South America, and the USA.
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