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How long does it take for the hormones from birth control pills to return to normal after years? what are the chances of pregnancy lapsing a month?

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Dr. Andrew Blazar answered

Often 1 month: Occasionally longer pregnancy can occur very soon if no other birth control is used.

Answered 2/3/2015

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