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What if you missed two birth control pills?
If you take your pills each day (preferably in the morning) and at the same time (or within about two hours of each other) and...
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Im 12 and my boyfriend is 13 we love each other and have made it to first base but i think he wants to have sex with me what should i do?
There is only one answer to this question: it is illegal for two minors, or an adult and a minor to have sexual contact. Specific...
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How long does it take to get pregnant if you stop taking the pill after taking it for 15 years?
All women are different. If you are under 30, give it a year. If you are over 30, give it six months. If you aren't pregnant by...
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Can taking birth control while pregnant harm the baby?
Could it be harmful? Here are opinions and input: If you accidentally took some birth control and then found out you are...
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Are the chances of getting pregnant lower if the man ejaculated before intercourse?
I would not worry about it, put it out of your mind. The vaginal fluids are acidic and cause sperm to die - a thin residue has...
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What could happen if you're pregnant and still taking birth control pills?
It's probably not the best thing to do, but just know that birth control pills have little proven risk to the fetus. If you're...
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How long does birth control stay in your system once you have stopped taking it?
up to 2 days maximum. from the first day you don't take a pill, do not count on it to prevent pregnancy. If you have unprotected...
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Is taking birth control just like having an abortion?
It depends on your view of the way in which hormonal contraceptives work. Oral birth control pills are believed to have a high...
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Can antibiotics influence the effectiveness of the birth control pill?
Yes, it can. The birth control pill has to actually get "activated" in the intestines (by certain bacteria) and certain...
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How long after stopping birth control should you expect to get your period?
I have been taking the pill for over 10 years, and stopped taking just over 10 weeks ago. I still havent got my first normal...
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Is everything okay if you have taken your birth control pills correctly and still got your period a week early?
You shouldn't get your period early on the pill if you've taken them correctly. Talk to the doctor that gave you the pills. You...
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What symptoms can you expect after you stop taking birth control pills?
i stopped taking birthcontol like alomost 2 months ago . i had no period untill 4 days ago annd when i did start my period it had...
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How late can you take your birth control pill from the usual time?
If you miss one day take two the next day. Not at the same time, but a half day apart or so. Don't take more than two in one...
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Can your partner ejaculate inside you if you are on the pill?
I'm not totally sure what you mean by this question, but just to clear as much up as I can... The pill protects you from...
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Can you get pregnant if you miss one pill and take it the next day?
There is a small chance. Take two the day you remember to catch up. Never take more than two in one day though. And don't take...
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Can you have your period if you are on the pill and pregnant?
I had a light period for the first 3 months of my pregnancy while still on the pill. I didn't suspect I was possibly pregnant...
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If a woman is on the pill and has intercourse during her period could she get pregnant?
If you have been taking your pills regularly, you will have the same chance you have any other day on the pill. For instance, if...
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Is it possible to get pregnant while on the second day of the sugar pills and your period starts during intercourse?
You can get pregnant while on your period. Your period doesnt mean that you are free to have unprotected sex. So be careful. I'm...
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Could you become pregnant while spotting but not on your period and if he did not ejaculate?
If he was inside you, but didn't ejaculate it is possible for you to get pregnant. You can only get pregnant during ovulation,...
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Is It okay to take the birth control pill an hour later because of Daylight Saving Time?
Contributors have recommended: Yes, I'm sure you'll be fine. Early is better than late. And an hour won't usually matter...
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Are birth control pills 100 percent effective if taken correctly?
The birth control pill is the most effective way to prevent a pregnancy. It is 98% effective, which means the chances of becoming...
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Is it possible to get pregnant the day after your period if you are on birth control pills?
It is possible but not likely. If you take your pills everyday as directed and don't skip any than you most likely will not...
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Can you have your period while on the pill?
Yes you can i am on the pill and i get my period every month for about 4 days. Most birth controls have "active" pills...
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How likely is it for someone to be pregnant after missing two birth control pills?
When I taking the pill the doctors told me that the one thing that sucks about the pill is when you even miss ONE day it can...
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What if you missed three birth control pills?
If you miss more than two birth control pills during any given month, you need to use a second method of pregnancy prevention...
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How much does an abortion and birth control pills cost?
The cost increases the further along in the pregnancy is Within the first 8 weeks, the cost will be limited to the cost of...
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Is it true that it takes 30 days for your birth control pills to be fully effective?
It all depends on what brand of birth control you are on. If you are taking ortho-cyclin, ortho tri-cyclin, or ortho tri-cyclin...
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How likely is it to get pregnant on the inert pill week of birth control?
AS long as you took all your "hormone" pills at the same time each day and never missed. you only have a 99.9% (I think .1%...
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Why would a woman bleed while taking progesterone?
progestrone only pills or mini pills do not regulate your periods like the conbined pills, they are known to cause...
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If you are on birth control pills and get pregnant will your baby be healthy?
I was taking the pill and conceived my now healthy and happy 8 month old son. I still had a very light period for 3 months while...
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Is the birth control pill still 99 percent effective when used without other protection?
Of course! It sure helps to use a condom as well, or a different form. But the pill is still 99% percent effective whether or not...
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How long can it take to get back to your regular cycle after going off birth control pills?
I would say a month or two at the most. If you feel your cycle is irregular talk to your doctor they may be able to give you...
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Should you continue taking birth control pills after you start menopause?
no
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Do birth control pills regulate your ovulation?
The combination pill works in several ways to prevent pregnancy, the most important of which is preventing ovulation....
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I quit taking my pills 3 weeks agohad a normal cycle a week ago can I get pregnant soon?
At least one full period cycle, two if possible. My doctor told me 2-3 months, but I have also heard people say to just wait...
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If you have not taken birth control ever and you want to start taking it to delay your menstrual cycle how would you do this?
I'd start by consulting your doctor. You have a lot of options, but since you've never used birth control, you need to become...
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How much weight is normal to gain with otho tricyclen lo?
I went on Ortho Tri-Cycline Lo pills about two years ago, and i ended up gaining 8-10 lbs. But I learned it doesnt stay- if you...
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How long does it take for birth control pills to start working?
They now say 7 days but 10 years ago they said one month. They still do say a month. I just reicently got onto birth control,...
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I was on depo for a year then swiched to bcpi stopped taking them after missing my last period i took 2 preg tests that were neg. but i haven't started a period yet.....Why?
It depends on what kind of birth control. I took regular birth control pills for 12 years and stopped in July. I had my period in...
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Is there a birth control pill that does not cause weight gain?
Try using the brand called YAZ. Everyone I know takes It and they don't gain weight. Even I took it, + I stayed the same. -Weight...
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What are the chances of getting pregnant if you skip a period due to birth control pills?
If you took your pills at the same time everyday then you are probably not pregnant. When you are on the birth control pill you...
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Can your period change if your body rejects your birth control pills?
My friend has been switching back and forth between the b.c. that makes you have periods every three months and Ortho and her...
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How late do you take a birth control pill for it to be considered missed?
Depends on the brand, but one hour, or even less is usually considered missed. Just take it as soon as you remember. An hour...
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Can coming off the pill make you have symptoms similar to being pregnant such as sore breasts and bloating?
Not that I know of, but it is very possible. Take a home test if you have been off the pill for at least four weeks. If it is...
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When you first begin taking the birth control pill is it all right if you take the first pill a day early?
You should take the pill the first Sunday after you start your period. If you start on Sunday, take the pill that day. If you...
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How long does the pill take to start working?
Though many birth control brands vary, birth control becomes effective after the third pill (or, day) that you take it. However,...
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Can taking birth control while pregnant kill the baby?
- The comments below are bogus. Mayoclinic and several highly respected sources (search this on google) state that there is NO...
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Is it normal to skip a period during your first month on the pill?
Skipping a period during your first month on the pill is not uncommon. It happened to me and like you I did have the cramping but...
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If you take more than one active pill the day before your scheduled period will it delay your period?
Yes, but not just 1. If you take 2 pills the morning before and 2 pills the night before, this will probably delay your period...
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It is safe to skip your green pills and start your next pack in order to not get your period during that month?
It's OK to do that occasionally, but not all the time. Most of the time it is safe but you should ask your doctor because it...
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What do you do if you repeatedly miss birth control pills?
If you miss two pills during the first two weeks of your cycle, take two pills a day for the next two days. Then continue to take...
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How likely are you to get pregnant if you forget the pill on the day you had sex?
If you have taken your pills previous to the missed pill regularly chances are slim as you still have enough hormones in you to...
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What do you do when you take your pills out of order?
There is a paper that comes with every pill pack. The answers should be in there. If you don't have the paper or can't find the...
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Is there a pill that can make you miss your period for a week or so while you are on your honeymoon?
Not that I'm aware of, but if you talk to your doctor, they may be able to help you. But if you are on the pill you can skip the...
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Why does your period start if you skip the pill for a few days?
When taking birth control pills the bleeding you get each month is withdrawal bleeding and not a "regular" period that comes on...
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If you take birth control pills regularly and there are no stds involved is there a need to wear a condom?
If you have both been tested, then there is not a real need to use a condom and the pill, but it never hurts to use a second...
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Can the birth control pill cause a miscarriage?
Here is various input from FAQ Farmers: Yes it can. I didn't know I was pregnant and kept taking my pills and then had a lot...
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Is it OK to stop taking birth control only after trying it for 2 months?
I'm not 100% sure your exact question, but it is safe for you to stop taking the pill at anytime. But you will then be able to...
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What does it mean if you start to bleed before you have finished taking your birth control for the month?
You could have missed a pill or taken one late causing your period to start early. This is the only thing I can think of. Or if...
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Can you get pregnant if you have unprotected sex while you are on your period and you forget to take your birth control pill for one day?
it is possible to get pregnant but the chances are lower when you are on your period.
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Is it normal to have more discharge than normal when you are on the pill?
I never had that problem when I was on the pill. i actually had less discharge. Maybe everyone is different, I think you should...
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Can you change your birth control start day without the risk of getting pregnant?
You can, but the pill will become less effective that month, so you should still use a condom or another form of birth control...
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Can you skip the green sugar pills and continue with a new pack without worrying about getting pregnant?
Yes, but it is better to take them so you remember to take the others. A lot of people will forgot to start again or forgot to...
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Is it common to miss a period while on the pill?
Not that I know of. Go see a doctor or take a home pregnancy test to be sure you aren't pregnant. I'm not sure how common...
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Does taking birth control pills stop you from getting your period completely or do you still have a regular menstruation?
If you are on regular birth control pills, you will get your period every month. However, it is safe to just skip your placebo...
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Do you really have to have started your period to take birth control pills?
I was really irregular when I first started my BCP. The doctor told me to wait until I got my period and then start on the...
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How long do you have to be off birth control to get pregnant?
One day. All women are differnt, but I know two girls that got pregnant the one or two days they were off the pill. They were...
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Are all the pills in the pack identical?
Not to my knowledge. I believe each pill contains a different level of synthetic progesterone and estrogen to speficially control...
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What are the chances of becoming pregnant while taking birth control?
If taken correctly birth control is about 99% effective. 1 in 1000 if used perfectly. But due to human error (forgetting...
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What are the chances of getting pregnant using a condom and birth control?
If you are on any type of birth control and using a condom, your chances of getting pregnant are slim to none unless you forgot a...
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Can using herbal supplements cause bleeding while taking birth control pills?
No, herbs will not make you bleed, regardless of the birth control pills. It sounds like your body is confused with the hormonal...
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Is it normal to miss a period when you go from one birth control pill to another?
It may happen, but if you had even one day in between pill packs you could be pregnant. Take a home test or go see a doctor to be...
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Can you take Nyquil while taking birth control pill?
Yes, there is no problem in taking Nyquil and birth control pill. It won't affect its effectiveness. Though, diarrhoea might...
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Can a pill help stop pregnancy after you've had sex?
Yes of course! This is a 'morning after pill' FAQ! Up to 72 hours (or even 120 according to some research) afterwards, but...
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When on birth control pills will your period always come on the same day?
It has been my experience that your cycles will usually be fairly close. I've never had mine vary more than a day off, depending...
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Should you stop taking the pill in case you might be pregnant?
I would say continue to take the pill. Go see your doctor right away. They can give you a test to see if you are pregnant. You...
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Is it possible to get your period and be pregnant while on birth control pills?
Some women can have light periods and still be pregnant but if you're on the pill, getting a period while on the sugar or...
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Is it bad if you accidentally took a birth control pill a day early thinking that you had missed one?
I don't know how bad it is, but this is what I would do. Skip the day that you already took on the wrong day, don't take a...
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Will you get on your period if you stop taking your birth control pills suddenly?
When you miss 2-3 birth control pills, this usually reduces the hormones in your body enough that the period process begins so...
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Is it morally wrong to take birth control pills?
If you are taking the pill for health reasons, then it is not morally wrong. I personally feel that it is much more wrong to...
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Does taking daily laxatives such as Fibercon Metamucil or Benefiber decrease effectiveness of birth control pills?
Not that I'm aware of, but if you need to take a daily laxative, you should talk to your doctor. You may need a better diet or...
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Why is your period coming as brown spotting while you are on the pill?
While on the pill you do not have a true period, you have withdrawal bleeding. One of the actions of the pill is that the lining...
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How long should your period last if you are on ortho-tricyclen birth control?
All women are different. You may start on any day during the last week of the pill pack. If you start before or after those...
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How long will it take to get pregnant if after taking birth control for 4 years?
This can vary for each woman. I have been taking birth control continuously for 12 years and just stopped in mid July. I only had...
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How likely are you to get pregnant if you start your new pack of pills two days late?
It is possible. If you miss a day just use another form of birth control for two weeks to be safe. If you need to "catch up"...
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Can you skip a period after getting off birth control and still get a negative pregnancy test?
Probably not. If you have been off the pill for a month and took a pregnancy test that was negative, you are probably not...
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Does ephedra or any diet pill decrease the effectiveness of the pill?
According to my doctor, diet pills do not decrease the effectiveness of the pill.
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If you are on birth control and you start your period while still on the active pills what does this mean?
You were probably late for a pill or missed one without realizing it. Or if you just started taking them, you may need a...
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Can nausea diarrhea and cramps be a result of stopping the birth control pill after a long usage?
If you've been on the pill for a while, and are used to light periods that last only a couple of days with no cramping, when you...
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If you take the pill are you likely to start menopause early or late because of it?
The pill doesnt affect the time you start menopause.
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If you take your birth control pills erratically will they still work?
Yes, they will still work. It may lower the effectiveness by a tiny but, buy I don't think a few hours will make a difference. ...
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How long does it take to get regular periods after you stop taking birth control pills?
You should have a regular period within a month of ending your last pill pack. My period still isnt regular after a year though,...
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What are the chances of getting pregnant if you have skipped several BC pills?
It is very possible to get pregnant if you missed even one pill.
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Do you have to see a doctor if you want to be put on birth control or can you just go to a pharmacy and pick it up?
Generally you have to get a pap smear before your insurance will pay for birth control. Plus the doctor has to decide which birth...
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What are the odds of getting pregnant if you are on the pill and the condom breaks while having sex during your period?
Well, the condom breaking doesn't matter a lot in the situation because you are on the pill. The pill is about 99% effective...
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What kind of damage can happen to the baby if you take birth control pills?
No proven damage to babies if pregnant and taking the pill but if you know you are, get off them immediately, if you are not...
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What are the chances of conceiving while on Ortho Tri Cyclen lo If the pill is taken consistently and correctly?
Birth control pills have a success rate of 95%-99% regardless of the brand. This means, of course, that any woman taking the...
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Does taking the pill sometimes mess up a woman's period cycle in terms of how late it may occur?
Yes it can. For some women on the birth control pill it can level out, while with other women it's continuous. I urge you to...
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Is it safe to get a navel piercing or other piercings while on the birth control pill?
It is very safe. Their will be no problems If you already have your navel pierced and become pregnant it is safe to keep the...
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What are the chances of getting pregnant if you are on birth control and use a condom?
Chances are low. I think the number was something like .01%. Depending on the use of the condom; if it breaks, has a hole, is...
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