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I have used morning after pills for more than 8 times,in 2014.. will this affect my fertility rate as i have tried conceiving ths year but failed ?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

No: There are no long term effects of using emergency contraception. This medication is just a high dose of hormones designed to temporarily disrupt ovulation. If you have been trying for more than 12 months then an infertility evaluation is warranted.

Answered 5/13/2015

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