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A member asked:

My nuvaring came out with my tampon and fell in the toilet about half an hour ago. i don't have any more right now. what should i do?

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Dr. Les Gurwitt answered

Back-up contraceptio: Use backup contraception or abstain until you obtain renewal of your nuvaring.

Answered 4/20/2015

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