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What are the chances if i stop birth control pills i have been having some emotional side effects from the pill that i can not handle anymore. i had sex with out a condom last night and i just can't tolerate taking the pill anymore. my husband even mentio

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You : You should continue the pill for 2-3 more days and then use alternative birth control (such as a condom) until you speak with your doctor. There are many different brands of birth control pills out there and not all of them will give you the side effects you are currently experiencing. Give your doctor a call and consider a switch to a new one. Depending on what hormone combination you are on now, your doctor will know what to prescribe to lessen your symptoms. Sometimes it takes a little trial and error to find the right pill for you.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Chance of what?: I don't know when you stopped taking oral contraceptives? However, if you no longer take oral contraceptives & do not use any other form of birth control then there is risk for pregnancy.

Answered 11/4/2018

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