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A member asked:

I had unprotected sex, got my period the next day, but took plan b just in case. i was supposed to begin using nuvaring this cycle, is it safe to?

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Yes, you can: Starting your contraception under these conditions should be acceptable.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 3/26/2013

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A member asked:

I have been on nuvaring for a few months, I took it out last Sunday. Im supposed to be switching my birth control starting junel fe tonight. Last night I had unprotected sex and I dont know if I should take plan b or if Im still protected ?

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A member asked:

When using Nuvaring consistently, taking out for 7 days for a period and then replacing on 7th day. Is it safe to have sex 2 days after reinserted? I have not had it out for more than the 7 days to have my period as instructed in the directions.

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Do you recommend someone take Plan B if they have been using the nuvaring for 2 yrs and had unprotected sex on the 13th day of cycle?

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Been on nuvaring for 3.5 months, late putting in new ring after period(2 days late was still bleeding) can i/should i take Plan B to be safe?

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I am on second month of nuvaring, on day four of the new ring i had unprotected sex with ejaculation.Should i take plan b? When do I ovulate?

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