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If i started birth control pills around the day i think i may have ovulated, would this affect implantation in the event that an egg was fertilized?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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NO!: The starting of BC pills during the first cycle generally has NO effect on implantation POSITIVELY or NEGATIVELY! Dr Z

Dr Madonna agreed

Answered 2/4/2017

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A member asked:

If i started birth control pills around the day i think i may have ovulated, would this affect implantation in the event that an egg was fertilized?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Dr Madonna agreed

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