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 ?

Dr. James Ferguson answered

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Basics: Removal of the ring makes your body reset to normal in releasing eggs on its own schedule. From that point you are at risk. When starting a pill, all recommend a backup BC for at least a week or more & many OBs say 1 month until your body is in sinc with the pill. Consider yourself at risk.

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