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A 20-year-old female asked:
I been on birth control for and long time can i conceive ?
1 doctor answer • 5 doctors weighed in
Dr. Richard Romanoanswered
Internal Medicine 11 years experience
Yes: Some birth control medication stop periods for a while. If you are not conceiving when off birth control for a while, you can start by checking your male partner. Speak to your doctor.
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