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Is it okay to not use a condom if i take my birth control pills around the same time every day and have not missed any pills?

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Dr. Nayla Mumneh answered

Contraception: The pills will prevent an unwanted pregnancy hut will not protect you from sexually transmitted diseases.

Answered 1/26/2014

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A member asked:

Is it okay to not use a condom if i take my birth control pills around the same time every day and have not missed any pills?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Nayla Mumneh answered

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