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A female asked:
It is the first day of my period.my flow is not heavy yet because it is the first day.i'm on birth control.what are the chances i can get pregnant?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Michael Traubanswered
Fertility Medicine 21 years experience
Low: Your period is often lighter and less painful on birth control pills. If you continue your pills, your chance of becoming pregnant is.
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