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Is it safe to switch from birth control patch to birth control pills will that effect your cycle and being able to concieve?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Switch: It is safe to change birth control methods. People change methods all the time. It does not affect your long term fertility.

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

Is it safe to switch from birth control patch to birth control pills will that effect your cycle and being able to concieve?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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