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I have a low, firm, closed cervix, my periods are not regular. i had sex a week ago, and took the morning after pill, is there a chance of pregnancy?

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Dr. Andrea Brand
Specializes in Family Medicine
Unprotected sex: The morning after pill, if taken as directed, is highly effective in preventing pregnancy, although not 100 %. Pregnancy can occur after unprotected sex.
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