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Can i get pregnant faster if i take birth control then stop?

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Probably not: It is not likely that taking birth control pills will improve your fertility. It can take a normal couple up to 18 months to achieve a conception. Be patient, but if you have been ttc for over a year it is reasonable to see your ob/gyn for an evaluation.

Dr Fowler and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 4/9/2016

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