Question 1

could you tell me what happens if you start birth control pills mid-cycle, during or right after ovulation?

Accepted Answer

You can start anytim: You are likely to get more irregular bleeding in the first month of taking the pills, if you start mid-cycle, and (of course) you are not protected during the period you describe (b/c if you ovulated, then there is an egg available to be fertilized, so you need the back up method for the first month after starting the pill).
Regardless of when you start taking it.

Question 2

i just started birth control pills and about mid cycle i experienced bleeding. a day later i had protected sex with a condom. could i get pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Atlhough the oral contraceptives may not be providing protection yet, a properly used condom is. However, condoms are not 100% effective. So never say never.

Question 3

what would happen if you stopped taking birth control pills mid pack?

Accepted Answer

Likely early period: It's likely that you will have some bleeding==or an early period.  It's not otherwise harmful, but you should expect bleeding.  If you still need birth control, you should switch to another method rather than just stopping.

Question 4

just started my birth control pills in the mid second week of taking them an ha unprotected sex, could i be pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Can I be Pregnant?: It is most likely that you are not. But, i believe the bcps come with a warning to make sure you protect from pregnancy during the first month on pills.

Question 5

im in my mid 30s and take birth control pills to have my periods every month. if im not in a relationship and not planning to have kids do i need to take birth control pills? i dont need my period and dont want it.

Accepted Answer

Choices: If the pills were prescribed to make menses predictable, rather than erratic you can certainly stop them &amp; face menses when/ if it decides to flow. If you don't ever want children, you can have a hysterectomy or other procedures to quit having menses. You may want to read up on your options &amp; discuss them with your doc.

Question 6

can taking three birth control pills (yaz) mid cycle make me two weeks late? negative preg test today. only symptom has been low side abdomen aches.

Accepted Answer

Maybe: It may have delayed ovulation. Wait another week. If you still haven't started, check another pregnancy test. If it is still negative, you need to see your GYN.

Question 7

i started taking birth control pills in june 2018 (progestin-only). they gave me depression and highly reduced sex drive. i stopped taking them around mid august 2018, but i still have a very low. could it be from those pills? any suggestions to reme

Accepted Answer

No, the pills are : out of your system in about 4 or 5 days after stopping them.  Other issues that affect your hormones, polycystic ovarian syndrome/insulin resistance for example, are likely related at this point.

Question 8

what is the best way to start birth control pills?

Accepted Answer

Sunday start: Take your first pill on the sunday immediately follolwing the onset of your period. Most pills give you the option of a sunday start or starting on the fifth day of your cycle. Sunday is an easy day to remember every cycle so it is frequently recommended. Remember to use back-up protection (condoms) for the first cycle.

Question 9

i am an extreme emetophobic, and i need to start birth control pills. is there any side effects to really worry about?

Accepted Answer

Take at night...: Take your pills at night with a Benadryl (diphenhydramine) tab to avoid nausea and dizziness.  Unschedueled bleeding is another minor side effect, and while uncommon, blood clots in the legs and pelvis are a more serious side effect.  If you have a family history of DVT (blood clots) let your doctor know before you take pills.

Question 10

is it okay to start birth control pills anytime during your period?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Starting bcps during your period generally gives you protection right away.

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Could you tell me what happens if you start birth control pills mid-cycle, during or right after ovulation?

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I just started birth control pills and about mid cycle i experienced bleeding. a day later i had protected sex with a condom. could i get pregnant?

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What would happen if you stopped taking birth control pills mid pack?

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Just started my birth control pills in the mid second week of taking them an ha unprotected sex, could i be pregnant?

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Im in my mid 30s and take birth control pills to have my periods every month. if im not in a relationship and not planning to have kids do i need to take birth control pills? i dont need my period and dont want it.

A member asked:

Can taking three birth control pills (yaz) mid cycle make me two weeks late? negative preg test today. only symptom has been low side abdomen aches.

A member asked:

I started taking birth control pills in june 2018 (progestin-only). they gave me depression and highly reduced sex drive. i stopped taking them around mid august 2018, but i still have a very low. could it be from those pills? any suggestions to reme

A member asked:

What is the best way to start birth control pills?

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I am an extreme emetophobic, and i need to start birth control pills. is there any side effects to really worry about?

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Is it okay to start birth control pills anytime during your period?

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