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Taking contraceptive pills afer 13 days of having sex is helpful?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: Assuming that you weren't already pregnant when you started taking the pill birth control pills are very effective.

Answered 6/12/2013

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