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I'm just starting the pill, and I was told by my doctor that I was to start it on the first day of my period. He also said I was to take it at the same time every day. If I started my period the previous night, could I wait until the next day to take the pill, as long as it was in the 24 hours?
Hi Sofia,
I'm not a medical doctor so I'm glad that you have a physician to consult. I'm not sure about if you could wait until the next day to take the first pill. Your doctor is correct about trying to take the pill the same time every day. I would not recommend the pill because of side effects and risks to your health and body. You could choose abstinence or another method. The only methods I know that are not unhealthy are condoms or natural family planning. Please email me at DCHERYL51@yahoo.com with any further questions you might have. Please let me know what happens.
Sincerely,
Diane Cheryl
DCHERYL51@yahoo.com
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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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