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Hey, i wanted to ask whether birth control pills affects fertility in the long run and i am 17 and i have irregular period should i consider taking pills?

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Depends: If you plan to have sex and do not wish to get pregnant, you should take birth control pills regularly. Get HPV vaccine. For safe sex guidelines, visit this site: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/safer-sex-guidelines Wish you good health!

Answered 11/17/2020

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