Contraception and VD/contraceptive pill

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Expert: - 1/6/2012


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I had unprotected sex the day after my mirena coil was removed and I had taken one contraceptive pill (microgynon 30) i have continued taking these, could I be pregnant?

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Rachel,

It is possible that you could be pregnant. There is always a chance even with taking birth control, that you can be pregnant. No birth control method is 100% safe in preventing pregnancy. If you have any pregnancy symptoms or miss your next period, consider taking a pregnancy test. You can find a pregnancy resource center in your area where you can get a free pregnancy test. Go to this page http://www.heartbeatservices.org and then click on the worldwide directory link. Please email me at DWooley97@aol.com and update me. Put ALLEXPERTS in the subject line of your email. Will it be a problem if you are pregnant? Hope to hear from you soon.

Diane W.

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I will be out of town for a few days and won't be able to answer questions. If you would like to email me, you may do so at DWooley97@aol.com and I will answer on my return. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each method of birth control? I can answer questions about the various forms of contraception/birth control. I have knowledge about condoms, Nuvaring, Depo provera, the Patch, birth control pills, IUD, etc. I can answer some questions about sexually transmitted diseases.

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I have 23 years experience with counseling women about contraception methods and STDs.

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23 years of volunteering and counseling young women. I volunteer with a local pregnancy resource center and have an internet ministry.

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