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Is it true that once you start birth control its more likely to get pregnant the first two months & that you should wait to have sex?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Birth control: There is a possibility of getting pregnant because there is a greater likelihood to forget to take your medication. Therefore, backup methods of birth control are recommended.

Dr Patel and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/18/2014

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