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What happens if i begin lo loestrin fe a little late?

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Depends on how late: If you are late by a day or two it will be ok for protection against pregnancy.But if you are late by several days than i will use alternate method for birth control. Birth control pills work by preventing ovulation and if ovulation has occurred you can get pregnant.

Answered 6/17/2017

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