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I had diarrhea several times 12 hours after birth control. am i still protected from pregnancy? 5th bill in 2nd week.

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Dr. Stephen Pappachen answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: The bulk of GI absorption takes place in the small bowel.

Answered 6/10/2014

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A member asked:

I had diarrhea several times 12 hours after birth control. am i still protected from pregnancy? 5th bill in 2nd week.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stephen Pappachen answered

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