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Birth Control
This in an umbrella term for various methods and techniques use to prevent fertilization or interrupt pregnancy at several stages. Some of the commonly used birth control methods are condoms, contraceptive pills and injectable contraceptives.
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Can you have missed periods after being off birth control for a month?
Not really. If you took the pills in the right order and did not miss a pill, you should have started your period after the last pill. If you don't get in a day or two, I would take a pregnancy test.
What If you miss three birth control pills?
your period might start if you miss three pills. if that is the case, do not take any more pills until the period has ended. if you do take the pills it will make you bleed a tiny bit each day for a very long period of time. If your period did not start, then I suggest taking two pills in one day, and then continue taking them regularly each day after that. if you think you might need to take a plan b, then take it asap.
Is it possible to get pregnant if the condom was on inside out?
No so long as none of his semen came out of the condom into the Vagina.
How many days after intercourse can you tell if your pregnant?
Hello there. You cant know that your pregnant accurately till you do a pregnancy test. A test will be accurate when your expecting your period. But if you want to know sooner, you can see the doctor for a quantative blood test which can be done 5 days after conception has taken place, and it will be accurate.
Is it normal to have your period for a month while on birth control?
No, you may need to get a different type of pill. Go see your doctor, they will choose a better pill for you. Yes. The first entire month I started taking birth control I had my period everyday. It was very light however and after that first month my period went back to normal.
Good things about birth control patch?
The benefits of using birth control patches, over pills, are that it only needs applying once a week and when usage is stopped, one can generally quickly become pregnant. Other benefits are better protection against anaemia and certain forms of cancer.
How likely is a girl to get pregnant if she's on birth control and her boyfriend pulls out?
Condoms, though not perfect, are generally pretty effective at preventing pregnancy. If used correctly, I wouldn't worry about impregnating a girl while wearing a condom. However, it is always a good idea to use a condom with spermicidal lubricant. You can buy the kind that already have spermicidal lubricant on them, or you can buy a tube of the spermicide separately. To be effective, the girl must be certain to apply the spermicide to her internal vagina prior to any sexual contact and to squirt it as far in as she can. I know it doesn't sound sexy but it's better to be safe than sorry right? It is applied this way because it's not effective just to smear your penis with it. The package should tell you if you have more questions about how to apply spermicide, or ask your pharmacist don't be shy. It's also better to be embarrassed and safe than sorry. Oh, and remember: CONDOMS ARE NOT AN EFFECTIVE GUARD AGAINST SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES.
Do you need an examine before getting on birth control?
A pap smear and gynecological exam are not required to receive birth control. "The fact is, there isn't anything I would learn from doing a pelvic exam on a young woman that would prohibit me from offering her birth control pills," says Dr. Paul D. Blumenthal,director of contraceptive research and programsat Baltimore's Johns Hopkins University. Source: http://www.womensenews.org/story/health/040115/fewer-pelvic-exams-teens-seeking-birth-control
Also, a DNA test in lieu of an exam may be recommended based on recent findings mentioned at http://www.nytimes.com/2009/04/07/health/07virus.HTML
There is a lot of debate regarding the need for pap smears especially in woman who are in monogamous relationships for extended periods of time. In addition, many doctors have been pressing for young woman to receive an annual pap smear within 1 year of becoming sexually active; however, there is no need fora test so soon as cervical cancer in young woman is very unlikely (see sourced articles above). Even though the pap smear is something done routinely with many woman, it's not always necessary and you should always question the doctors regarding what risk factors are causing him/her to desire a pap smear. While it happens infrequently,individuals who were both virgins and continue to remain in a monogamous relationship have a nearly 0% chance of cervical cancer. Why does this matter? Well, you're willing to take birth control which is only 97-98% effective, your chances of getting cervical cancer would be lower than your chance of becoming pregnant in the hypothetical relationship I mentioned. I can say these relationships are possible as I am in one myself and until I went to my wifes doctors office with her, they would press for her to have anexam every time she was there. In my wifes case, we found out that her doctor was paid more for meeting quotas on pap smears which throws up many red flags.
While somewhat unrelated (but usually occurring during an exam), breast exams are now being recommended less. Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/discussion/2009/11/17/DI2009111701453.HTML
You don't necessarily need a pap smear test when you ask for birth control, but some Doctors do advise that a pap test be performed but it isn't mandatory.
AnswerYes you can. See your Gyno.A pap smear and gynecological exam are not required to receive birth control. "The fact is, there isn't anything I would learn from doing a pelvic exam on a young woman that would prohibit me from offering her birth control pills," says Dr. Paul D. Blumenthal,director of contraceptive research and programsat Baltimore's Johns Hopkins University.
There is a lot of debate regarding the need for pap smears, especially in women who are in monogamous relationships for extended periods of time. In addition, many doctors have been pressing for young women to receive an annual pap smear within one year of becoming sexually active; however, there is no need for a test so soon as cervical cancer in young women is very unlikely (see sourced articles above). Even though the pap smear is something done routinely with many women, it's not always necessary, and you should always question the doctors regarding what risk factors are causing him/her to desire a pap smear. While it happens infrequently, individuals who were both virgins and continue to remain in a monogamous relationship have a nearly 0% chance of cervical cancer. Why does this matter? Well, you're willing to take birth control which is only 97-98% effective, your chances of getting cervical cancer would be lower than your chance of becoming pregnant in the hypothetical relationship I mentioned. I can say these relationships are possible as I am in one myself and until I went to my wife's doctor's office with her, they would press for her to have an exam every time she was there. In my wife's case, we found out that her doctor was paid more for meeting quotas on pap smears, which throws up many red flags.
No. The current standard of care recognizes that screening for cervical cancer and starting birth control are entirely separate issues. The Americal College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, among others, suggests that patients be started on appropriate methods of birth control, and urged to get appropriate health screening exams, but urges health professionals not to require exams for birth control prescriptions unless there are other considerations or concerns making an exam necessary.
A visit is required at least annually to get a prescription for medication that requires one. A pap smear is typically not required every year; the frequency depends on your health history. The current standard of care is to separate the pap as a requirement for birth control prescription.
No, a pap smear is just used to test for cervical dysplasia which might lead to cervical cancer.
Is the withdrawal method an effective form of birth control?
HOW ARE YOU ON THE PATCH AND HAVE UNPROTECTED SEX?
AnswerOf course she is protected by the patch from becoming pregnant, but other than that she was not protcected by a condom, which would protect her from STD's.ANSWER
You are protected from pregnancy as long as you have changed it once a week.
The patch used properly is one of the most effective reversible methods of birth control. Whether you use withdrawal is irrelevant, withdrawal is not a method of birth control.
How long are oral contraceptives taken for?
There have actually been studies that prove taking the pill for a few years can help reduce your risks of certain cancers.
It has also been said (and you find this in your pill packets sometimes) that taking for more than 8 years can increase your rate of cervical/uterine cancers. :(
Ask your doctor, and remember, there are tons of other methods that work just as well out there if your doctor gives your pills a cut-off date.
Are late periods on birth control normal?
i really don't know but i didnt get my period for like 5 monts and it camee soo i think its normal to some people but if u think there is somting going on contact ur doctor hope i heled thanks :)
Nature tends to play tricks on us, even from month to month! Breast pain and cramping are indeed two of the many signs of early pregnancy, but they could also just be signs of your period coming.
If you are not pregnant, you will indeed find out soon enough as the cramping and breast pain will probably continue until and during your period.
If you are pregnant, the breast pain is a sign that your body is preparing itself to make milk for your baby and the mild cramping could be due to implantation.
The most important thing is not to worry and if nothing happens and you decide to do a test, wait at least one day longer than the longest cycle you have had in recent months before you do one.
If the test is negative and you still don't get your period then got straight to a friendly medical professional to get yourself checked out.
Why is abstinence the best choice for teens?
While abstinence is the cheapest and most guaranteed method of avoiding pregnancy, it's not the only way. By teaching of different methods to avoid pregnancy and also giving precautions on the dangers of STDs, teenagers will, for the most part, get the message.
Give them the information they need and let them make their own moral decisions. Anything that happens is their responsibility and they must live with it.
Does birth control cause bad cramps?
No - oral contraceptive pills usually decrease menstrual pain. The cramps we get during our periods are usually due to the uterus contracting in order to get rid of the endometrium (which is the bleeding we get). Oral contraceptive pills reduce these contractions and should therefore reduce the pain. If your cramps are getting worse, there may be some other reason for this and you should make an appointment with your doctor.
Can you have bad cramping when you stop taking birth control?
Yes is can be common. Glad you are off birth control pills because they aren't good for you and should only be used on a short-term basis. Birth control pills are are hormones and thus when you stop the birth control pill your body is trying to balance itself. You may experience nausea, missed periods, heaving bleeding in some cases. It's very important that you work with your doctor on this until the birth control is right out of your system (which can take a year or more.)
Can stress affect the effectiveness of birth control?
Stress could cause you to miss your period even if you are on a birth control pill. It might be worth trying to reduce your stress some how. Probably easier said than done...but I found going to the gym an excellent stress reliever for me or maybe try out a new hobby or activity.
How long does it take for sperm to develop?
Well, from being expierenced in this matter lol, Let's say you go at yourself like a mad monkey, and your load is empty just the clear liquid but no sperm, give yourself at least 3 days, the more the better to fill er back up, or else you'll be wondering why you can't come with out using your hand. So i'd say 3 days.
How does the IUD birth control work?
IUD sits in the uterus and prevents implantation of a fertilized egg.
It thickens the cervical mucus, It changes the lining of the uterus, and It lessens the likelihood of ovulation
all of the above !!!!!!!
No, the IUD does not work by causing abortion. It affect the ability of sperm to get to the egg.
What are some barrier methods of contraceptives?
There are methods such as the diaphragm and the sponge which act as "barriers" they are 75% to 95% effective depending on the method and usage.
Condoms are 85% to 98% effective depending on you always using them correctly.
What are the chances of getting someone pregnant after a vasectomy?
The percentages are low, but it's not unheard of. If the doctor didn't do his job correctly then it can happen. I've heard about several women who have gotten pregnant after their husband has had a vasectomy. You can go to your doctor and be checked out and they'll know if the vasectomy took or not. Typically the doctor does a sperm count a week after the vasectomy and a month after that to insure that everything is were it should be. And should probably be checked every few years after that.
How do you convince people to use contraceptives?
I told my mom that I was having really bad cramps, and that i had heavy spotting, and that i justed want to go to the doctor and see if there was anything they could do. After they examine you they take you in another room and ask you if you are sexually active, and that's when you explain to them that you just want the extra protection just in case. I just got my birth control today, and it worked like a charm. They can't tell your mom anything you told them in that room.
Good luck!
Can you get your period one week after taking the morning after pill?
there are no fail-prove methods to contraceptions. Although pre-cum may contain only secretion from the Cowper's gland, but there is a chance that there is sperm from previous discharge or small amount of sperm in it. Morning after pill regulates your body hormones to control your ovulation and menstrual cycle, but there is always chances of failure too. Keep watch for a few weeks for any body changes that might signify pregnancy and test with a test-kit.
Does taking birth control delay your period?
Hi, just so you know, if you take three birth control pills...it will delay your period...but...only for like a day, and then it will come back. you would have to keep taking them continuously to keep the period away, but it does make you feel kinda queezy and crampy doing this. i strongly don't recommend that anyone do it. if you stop/or forget to take the pills your period will come back. I'm dealing with this right now, and i just decided that when it came back after i took the pills i would just let it ride, because it was too painful to try to keep it up with the stomach cramps. when i would have been done by now...I'm not. I've been on it for 8 days. now when i pee, i have huge blood clots, and my pads are filling up extra quick. so i really don't suggest that anyone do it. consult with your physician or OBGYN.
