Expert: DW - 8/22/2010

Question
I have been taking my contraceptive pill Femodene back to back for about 2
months and lost track of when I was due a break therefore decided to take one
for 7 days to have a period. I then started a new pack 7 days after. Will I have
increased my risk of getting pregnant as I have had unprotected sex 3 days into
my new pack and am a bit concerned. Thanks.

Answer
Dear Catherine,

Did you mean that you decided to take a break in the pill for 7 days to have a period? I was a little confused on what you meant. Then you started a new pack? If this is the case, you probably would have a slight more increased chance in pregnancy. I can't tell you for sure.
You will have to see if you have any pregnancy symptoms and see if you have your next period. I wouldn't advise you to go back-to-back with the birth control pill as you need to see if you have a period.

I don't usually advise anyone to use any kind of hormonal birth control method because of risks and side effects. Have you noticed any problems from taking this pill? Let me know. And let me know what happens. You can email me at DWooley97@aol.com to keep in touch.

Diane W.