A 18-year-old female asked:
been on sprintec for 3 months, and had unprotected sex last night, was also the first day of my fertility window. safe to continue my bc until i test?
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Dr. Douglas Lawson answered
28 years experience Obstetrics and Gynecology
Yes: Stopping the birth control will only increase the likelihood you will become pregnant. About 3% of women get pregnant on birth control. Even though there are risks of being pregnant on birth control, I have never seen any issues with it.
Answered on Jul 14, 2015
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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered
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Of course: That's how it works. If you are wanting to get pregnant then having unprotected sex around ovulation is the way to go.
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Dr. Jane Van Dis answered
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A 28-year-old female asked:
Dr. Asha Kamnani answered
43 years experience Obstetrics and Gynecology
Ovulation: Some women may see a pinkish mucus or a light spotting during ovulation. You can conceive with unprotected sex at tho time with increased probability.
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A female asked:
Dr. Andrea Brand answered
Specializes in Family Medicine
Unprotected sex: Unprotected sex can lead to pregnancy, and all vaginal bleeding is not a period. Take a pregnancy test and see your doctor for any unusual bleeding.
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