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I already took two pregnancy tests and they were both negative.
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I have been on Necon for about seven months now and my period has been normal except for this past month, I never got it. I take my pills everyday at the same time and didn't miss a dose, is this normal ?
Answer -
Could be normal, as normal is on the pill. could be you are pregnant, too. I suggest you get a pregnancy test to know for sure. Have you read the package insert that comes with the pill? There are a lot of side effects listed there and this could be one of them.
If the pregnancy tests say you are not pregnant, then you are not. They are pretty accurate. You will have to continue taking the pill as normal even if you don't have a period because that's the rule. did you read the package insert? Good idea to do that.
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Answers by Expert:
Ramona Quilter
Expertise
Natural Family Planning is a risk-free, safe, and economical alternative to chemical and barrier contraceptives. NFP is easy to understand, aids in fertility awareness for spacing children as well as increasing communication and assisting couples to concieve. I do not answer questions about other forms of birth control.
Experience
I have personal experience with all birth control methods, I practiced NFP throughout my child-bearing years and I am a paralegal with great research skills. I am totally convinced this is a viable alternative and I can back-up my statements with research.
Organizations
National Association of Legal Professionals, (NALS). Couple to Couple League (www.ccli.org - national organization for NFP)
Education/Credentials
Medical Assisting diploma, Bachelor of Arts, Associate of Applied Science in Legal Studies.
Awards and Honors
College graduate with high honors; high school graduate with highest honors;
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