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A member asked:

It past 3 weeks since i had the abortion, how long can i wait until i can have sex again? will sex help me with my depression?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Birth control : Wait until you have been cleared by your doctor at your follow up appointment. Also start birth control now to prevent another unplanned pregnancy.

Dr Samuel agreed

Answered 2/22/2013

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