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A member asked:

Im on the birth control iud and think i could be pregnant.. tender breasts an they are growing?

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Dr. Liza Kunz answered

Very low risk : An iud is one of the most reliable forms of birth control, so you should be more concerned about whether there is a risk of infection than a risk of pregnancy. Of course, if you miss your period or are concerned, take a home pregnancy test.

Dr Samuel agreed

Answered 12/9/2013

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