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I had unprotected sex 8 days ago and have been taking my birth control pill regularly. i now want to go off of it -is there a high risk of pregnancy?
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What are your plans?: If you go off your birth control then you will no longer be protected against pregnancy. If you continue to have sex without condoms or another form of birth control then pregnancy is very likely. About 90% of couples who have sex unprotected will be pregnant within 12 months.
Answered 9/30/2015
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No: 8 days after unprotected intercourse, the risk is low. Sperm usually don't survive for 8 days. Its usually recommended that you finish the current pill pack to prevent an early period and possibly a few months of irregular periods. Best wishes!
Answered 9/30/2015
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