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Q: How good is a birth control shot at preventing pregnancy?
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Is ocella a good birth control pill to prevent pregnancy?

If taken correctly and you have no side effects they are round 99% effective.


If you are taking Yasmine could stomach problems be symptoms of pregnancy?

Birth control pills work by convincing the body that it is already pregnant, therefore has no need to release an egg - thus preventing pregnancy. Yasmin is very good at protecting against pregnacy (it is a 3rd generation COC - has both oestrogen and progesterone in it.) Stomach problems are not a symptoms of pregnancy but do be aware that gastroenteritis (vomiting and diarrhea) may cause Yasmin to fail due to it not being properly absorbed. So, if on it for birth control use another method such as a condom. Or, if on it for PCOS or heavy periods like me, then don't worry!


How can I protect myself from pregnancy?

Though nothing is 100% effective there are many things you can do to prevent pregnancy. You can use birth control pills/patch/ring/shot etc. and be religious about it. Take your birth control medication as directed. If you are using the pill, it is important to never skip a dosage because it can increase your chances for pregnancy. Although the birth control pill is a good method for preventing pregnancy, you can decrease your likelihood of pregnancy even more by using a condom every time as well. You may have heard that you cannot get pregnant during your menstrual cycle, but that is not necessarily true. Withdrawal is a horrible form of birth control because his semen can still come in contact with you. Make sure his semen (from either pre-ejaculate or ejaculate ) does not touch you in any form. This includes having sex without a condom even for just a few seconds or if he has semen on his hands, for whatever reason, and touching you. And of course, the easiest way to prevent pregnancy is abstinence. Hope this helps.


How long after taking birth control should you stop using a condom?

Never. A condom is still the best way to prevent pregnancy, and the only birth control system that works ninety percent of the time or better.


My period is late on birth control I'm in the second month's placebos and I was wondering if it was normal or if there was something else used pull-out and condom during sex Please help?

Using a condom is very good. This will give you 100% protection against pregnancy when used in conjunction with birth control. However if you had intercourse without using a condom during the first month of starting birth control then there is a risk of pregnancy. Because your period hasn't arrived yet I would recommend you perform a pregnancy test.


Is it normal to skip a period once in a while if you are on birth control?

Yes, that can happen. Of course, it might be a good idea to take a pregnancy test just to be sure.


How do you prevent pregnency?

1. Masturbation is a good way of sexual gratification that prevents pregnancy, STI, emotional/social trauma of extramarital adventure. 2. Using a condom during sex is next best way to prevent pregnancy. 3. Condom with calendar method of predicting safe period is useful. 4. Use of Oral contraceptive is surest way of preventing pregnancy. 5. Diaphragm and female condom with spermicidal pessary if a woman is comfortable with it. 6. Intrauterine contraceptive device IUCD for preventing next pregnancy (not the first) is sure method of birth control. 7. Emergency pill or morning after pill.


Can you skip a month of birth control pills?

Yes, but it is not recommended. If you do decide to skip your birth control for a month be sure to use a back-up method such as condoms, to prevent pregnancy because all the hormones from the birth control will be depleted from your system. Skipping your birth control may also cause unwanted side effects as well, such as: late or irregular periods, or spotting or breakthrough bleeding. When you do begin taking you birth control again, be sure to wait at least 2 months before you have unprotected sex to prevent pregnancy. It is not good to skip your birth control or take frequent breaks either. If you do find that the pill is not for you, you should consult your doctor to find a method that is better for you.


Why would your birth control fail?

One immediately obvious form of Birth Control failure would be a torn condom. If you are using hormonal BC, taking it every day as directed - the chance of failure is very small. A positive pregnancy test is the only way to know your BCP failed.


What is the safest prevention not to be pregnant?

Not to have sex! ---- Abstinence is the only 100 percent way to be sure you will not become pregnant. Many forms of birth control, however, also have very good rates of pregnancy prevention - some as good as 99.9 percent effective if taken appropriately. Talk with your physician about what birth control is best for you.


Is Aviane a good Birth control pill?

Yes, Aviane is a good birth control pill. It is the preferred pill of many women.


If you are on birth control and have a mis pregnancy can you still have a baby later in life?

Do you mean a miscarriage? Yes, you can have a baby later on in life. Good luck and I hope everything goes well for you