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I had unprotected sex then took a plan b . my period was late so i took a birth control pill after i noticed my period was late . what should i do?

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Dr. Brian Nguyen answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Check pregnancy test: Even if you take plan b, it is still possible that it does not work and you get pregnant. If your period does not come next week, get a pregnancy test to see if you are pregnant. there is no harm in starting and continuing to take your birth control pills in the meantime

Answered 11/21/2018

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