Family Planning Plus

i went to the dr and found out i have an infection, my bf and i had sex yesterday, and im supposed to start taking my antibiotics but im worried theyll mess with my birthcontrol, and being tht we had unprotected sex just last nite….should i wait to start the treatments or wht? i cant take on the responsibilites of having a child yet.

Contact the medical care provider who prescribed your antibiotics right away and explain your situation. Your doctor knows which type of infection you are being treated for and can better advise you.

I had unprotected sex on Jan.1,he came in me. I have been off birth control for several months could i be pregnant?when can i take a test

Yes, pregnancy is definitely possible. If you miss your next period, take a pregnancy test. In the meantime, if you do not wish to be pregnant, either abstain from sexual intercourse or use condoms. If you’d like to restart a hormonal method of birth control, talk to your regular medical care provider or contact one of our offices for an appointment. If you are seeking pregnancy, ask your doctor for preconceptual counseling. Research has shown that the care you take yourself before becoming pregnant can directly affect the outcome of your pregnancy.

is it normal to spot dark brown during your last week of your first birth control packet? Im supposed to get my period during this week and my only symptoms are my sore boobs but they have been sore since the second week of birth control

Yes, that is perfectly normal. While on the pill, women can expect less bleeding and fewer days of bleeding during their periods. This is especially true during the first three months of pill use as your body is adjusting to the new hormone levels. It is not uncommon for women to experience breakthrough bleeding (bleeding or spotting in between periods), a missed period, or an early or late period. Once your body becomes used to the new levels (after about three months of pill use), your menstrual periods should become very regular. However, your periods should continue to be lighter with fewer days of bleeding.  Any bleeding or spotting during your last week of pills should be considered your period.

Breast tenderness or soreness during the first three months of pill use is another very common side effect.  That too is completely normal, but should subside after a few months.

I think we need to start teaching the facts all over again, don’t you?

ABSOLUTELY! But I’m glad people are asking questions. If you don’t ask, you’ll never know!

what causes bacterial vaginosis? and is there anything to do to prevent it?

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) occurs when the normal balance of bacteria in the vagina is disrupted and replaced by an overgrowth of certain bacteria.  It is sometimes accompanied by discharge, odor, pain, itching, or burning.

The cause of BV is not fully understood. The vagina normally contains mostly “good” bacteria, and fewer “harmful” bacteria. BV develops when there is an increase in harmful bacteria.

Not much is known about how women get BV, and any woman can get it, including those who have never had sex.  However, some activities or behaviors can upset the normal balance of bacteria in the vagina and put women at increased risk. A few of these activities include douching, having a new sexual partner, and/or having multiple sexual partners. Also, sometimes women will get BV after taking a course of antibiotics or medication (medications can sometimes affect the natural balance of bacteria in the vagina).

We do know that women cannot get BV from toilet seats, bedding, swimming pools, or from touching objects around them.

There’s not a lot you can do to prevent the infection. Proper hygiene may help, including wiping…

I had unprotected sex using the pull out method. He came just as he pulled of. The next day we had sex a couple of more times, unprotected again but he didnt come inside me everytime we did it that day. I had completed my second week of birth control pills. Its being a month exactly since i had my last period. Ive been having period symptons for a week now, but i still have not gotten my period yet. Should i be worried?

If you take your pills correctly and consistently, then they are effective after 7 days. You would be protected and the risk of pregnancy is low.

Keep in mind that it can take your body up to 3 months to become adjusted to the pill cycle. In the beginning, periods may come a little early, a little late or not at all. Continue to take your pills every day, and begin a new pack as scheduled. If you don’t have a period on your second month of the green pills, call the clinic to schedule a pregnancy test.

me and my girlfriend had sex a week ago now her stomach keeps hurting what does that mean

Stomach pain is a vague term. To determine the cause of the pain, it is important to know when it started, where in the abdomen the pain is, and the nature of the pain (sharp, dull, etc). Abdomenal pain may be due to a gynecological (“female”) problem or due to a gastro-intestinal problem. Such things as a stomach virus, gas, constipation, or heartburn can cause discomfort.  Female issues, like PMS or vaginal infections may be the cause of discomfort.

If your partner continues to have stomach pain, she should follow up with her family doctor for evaluation. If her pain would become more severe, especially with  the presence of  fever, vomiting or diarrhea, then a visit to the nearest emergency room is recommended.

ive been on bc for 3 months now and on friday dec 30 i just got over my period and i had unprotected sex and i started my new pack of pills that sunday jan 1 is there a chance i could be pregnant?

If you have been taking your pills correctly and consistently, then you are protected during your period week. You started your new pack of pills on time. The chance of pregnancy is unlikely.

its my second week of birth control, will i get pregnant if my boyfriend cums inside of me

If your birth control method is the pill, patch or ring, it is effective after 7 days. The DepoProvera shot is effective 24 hours after injection. Just be sure that you are using your method correctly and consistently, and you should be fine.

i got out of the shower this morning and almost puked. could i be pregnant we used protection but this was two weeks ago and i have not had my period?

Any time you have intercourse there is a risk of pregnancy. Condoms, when used correctly & consistently, can be very effective. With perfect use, condoms can be 98% effective, with typical use, about 85% effective. Some reasons why condoms fail are: not using one, not using a new one for each sex act, using a condom incorrectly, and the condom breaking or slipping off. The condom slipping off the penis either during intercourse or upon removal of the penis from the vagina is the most common cause of condom failure.

While nausea can be a symptom of pregnancy, don’t get upset over 1 or 2 episodes. You may be coming down with a stomach virus. Many things can alter your cycle–illness, lack of sleep, stress. Wait until your period is more than 1 week late. If its still hasn’t happened, do a pregnancy test.