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Can a pregnant woman take birth control? what will happen?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Oral contraceptives: An oral contraceptive might not harm the fetus but should not be taken by a pregnant woman.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 5/14/2015

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