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This is my second month using the nuvaring & im worried about a yellowish, greenish discharge im getting & vaginal irritation. I am taking antibiodics for a skin infection I got & a week ago I had unprotected sex. Could I have an STD? Or does antibiodics affect anything?

You probably have some type of vaginal infection and should be evaulated by a medical practitioner. It could be a sexually transmitted infection, but it might also be bacterial vaginosis or BV. BV is the name of a condition in women where 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. Vaginal ring use does increase the risk of vaginal infections in some women. Antibiotic use can also cause vaginal infections. To find out the cause, see a doctor.

Is it normal to miss your period on the second month when being on the birth control shot?

Yes. Some women never have a period while they are on the shot. It is also normal for some women to have irregular bleeding, spotting, or more frequent episodes of bleeding during the first six months of the shot.

Soo I had sex on feb 3rd and took next choice about 9 hrs later.. Which was about 3-5 days after my period.. I am on a 28 cycle period after taking it, a week later I had that brown spotting for about 5 days and the people say you’re still supposed to get your period..I’ve taken..I didn’t.. I have taken 3 pregnancy tests one on the 28th of feb and 2 around the 15th of March all Negative so this month in march I think it was the 18th. About 4 weeks late I started to bleed lightly with barely any cramps.. For about 5 days which is how long my period usually lasts.. So is that my period or not.. I am about 5’0 so maybe my body didn’t need to bleed that much.. I’m pretty nervous cause my stomach has been looking differently but maybe its just in my head.. Can anyone help me out?

Pregnancy is unlikely in your case, especially since you experienced some spotting shortly after using Next Choice and then had a light period that lasted five days about four weeks after the spotting.  Use of emergency contraceptive pills can cause menstrual irregularities for some women.  If you’re still worried about the possibility of pregnancy, repeat the pregnancy test just to set your mind at ease.

i been having unprotected sex and my boyfriend been cuming in me and my period came early this time what does that mean

As long as your period was normal and you didn’t have any unusual symptoms, it’s probably nothing to worry about. Most women will experience an early period at some point in their lives. However, if you are also experiencing pelvic discomfort, pain during intercourse or other reproductive symptoms, you should be evaluated by a gynecologist to determine if there is a medical condition causing changes in your menstrual cycle.

Early periods can be caused by stress and fatigue but they can also be caused by infections and more serious conditions of the reproductive tract. If you continue to experience menstrual irregularities (even if you don’t have any other problems), consult a medical practitioner.

If you do not wish to be pregnant, please don’t continue to have unprotected sex. Either abstain from sexual intercourse or use a method of birth control. If you live near one of our offices, please call us for an appointment. We can talk with you about all of your contraceptive options and help you choose a method that’s best for you. If you live further away, contact…

I missed my shot on March 12 and me and my boyfriend have been having unprotected sex. We had sex this morning and I took a test it came back positive can I really be pregnant?

Yes, pregnancy is possible since you have been having unprotected sex for almost a month. First, contact a medical professional to confirm the pregnancy. Though false positives are rare, it is possible that you are not pregnant. If your pregnancy is confirmed, however, you will need to make some big decisions. Discuss your options with your partner. It may also help to talk things over with family members or a trusted friend.

If you decide to continue the pregnancy, take the following steps until you can see an obstetrician.

Schedule your first pre-natal visit as soon as possible.
Begin taking a daily multivitamin with 400 mcg of folic acid (a B vitamin that prevents birth defects of the brain and spine).
If you smoke, quit immediately and avoid second-hand smoke.
Avoid alcoholic beverages.
Do not use street drugs, and check with a doctor before using prescription or over-the-counter medications (some medications are not safe to use during pregnancy).
Eat healthfully and maintain a healthy weight.
Reduce the amount of stress in your life (if possible).
Get regular exercise.  Walking, swimming, stretching, and housework are all good exercise choices…

At the end of my last period, my boyfriend and I had unprotected sex. He “pulled-out” but I was still worried so I took PlanB. A few days later we had sex again, at first without a condom but finished with one. I wasn’t worried. Today me and my boyfriend had protected sex, but after finishing we looked down and the condom was gone. It had gotten stuck rather deep inside me, and he has cum inside it already. I am not on birthcontrol, and I should be getting my period in about 10-12days. How possible is it that I am pregnant? Is it smart to take PlanB again? Or is that dangerous to my health?

Use Plan B again. Though it is not meant to be used as a regular method of birth control, it is perfectly safe to use and will reduce your risk of pregnancy.

Condoms are very effective when they are used correctly and consistently. You and your boyfriend should follow these tips:

Always check the expiration date to be sure it is not expired prior to use.
Condoms should be stored at room temperature in a sharps free environment.
Never use an oil-based lubricant with a latex condom. If you need additional lubricant, use a water-based type like KY Jelly or Astroglide.
Pinch the tip of the condom between the thumb and forefinger while rolling it onto the erect penis to ensure that there is no air pocket in the tip of the condom.
Smooth out the sides of the condom once it has been rolled on to ensure there are no air pockets in the sides of the condom.
Hold onto the rim or base of the condom while removing the penis from the vagina to prevent it from slipping off inside the vagina during removal. Do this before or immediately…

i’ve been on the pill for almost 5 years now. i’ve never had any problems or abnormalities regarding my body or my periods. i take the pill regularly and usually on a scheduled time every night. how high are my chances of pregnancy after such prolonged use? will i have problems having children when i’m ready?

The effectiveness of the pill is not affected by longevity of use, nor does use of the pill affect your ability to become pregnant when you are ready to start a family. As long as you are using the pill correctly (which it sounds like you are), your risk of pregnancy is about 1%. There is an 8% risk of pregnancy with typical pill use (forgetting to take pills every now and then, taking them late, or using certain medications with the pill that lowers its effectiveness).

Your fertility should return as soon as you stop the pill (meaning you could possibly become pregnant the month after stopping). However, most experts advise women on the birth control pill to wait at least three months after stopping the pill to attempt pregnancy.  Although the hormones are very quickly passed from your system, this time period will allow you to resume regular menstrual cycles so a pregnancy can be dated.  This also allows the uterine lining to thicken and provide a better site for the placenta to implant and grow.

what does it mean when you get your regular period then later the same month you bleed again but only lasts 4 days, then the next month your period comes 4 weeks late and only lasts 4 1/2 days??

In short, it means that you are experiencing irregular menstrual cycles. Menstrual irregularities can occur for a number of different reasons. Irregular periods are generally caused by hormonal imbalances. These imbalances can occur because of hormonal birth control use, pregnancy, perimenopause, illness or infection, use of certain medications, and other more serious conditions.  Women who are dieting or exercising excessively may skip periods. In addition, increased stress levels and changes in routine may affect the regularity of menstrual cycles. It would be best to be evaluated by a medical professional if your irregularity continues.

I had unprotected 7 days ago and idk when i should take a pregnancy test. I’ve been really hungry. I’ve been having light cramps, a little headaches from here and there but i have these symptoms before i even thought to be pregnant. Im stressing over this a lot because im only 16 and i’ll be 17 in july. Idk what to do. I need to know if i am or not so i can get on with my life.

Home pregnancy tests look for hCG (a pregnancy hormone) in the urine. Unfortunately, hCG does not usually reach a detectable level in most women until they are at least one week late for their periods. So, if you are one week or more late for your next period, you can take a test.

Tests are most reliable when you: 1) use your first morning urine,  2) don’t drink excessive amounts of fluids before the test (this can dilute hCG levels), 3) read the directions thoroughly before starting the test and follow every step precisely, and 4) are not using other medications that may interfere with the test results. If your result is negative, repeat the test every two weeks until you either have a normal period or a positive result.

In the meantime, do not continue to have unprotected sex. Either abstain from sexual intercourse or use a method of birth control. If you live near one of our offices, please call us for an appointment. We can talk with you about all of your contraceptive options and help you choose one that is best…

Okay I’m on the nuvaring.. This is my second month on it. During the second month, when the 3 weeks were up, I took the nuvaring out for 1 week but I didn’t have a period. When I put the new one in after the week was up, I had a period for 1 week. 2 days after I stopped bleeding I had sex. The person a had sex with ejaculated in me, and yes the nuvaring was still in. I immediately rushed to the bathroom after to find that I had what looked like a brown discharge, and shortly after I started bleeding. I have been bleeding for two days now.. What do I do..?

During the first few months of hormonal contraceptive use, irregular bleeding or spotting is perfectly normal as your body adjusts to the new level of hormones. Sometimes intercourse can trigger bleeding episodes. If the irregular bleeding continues after you have been using the ring for at least three months, contact the provider who prescribed the ring for you, They may want to perform an infection check and/or talk with you about other contraceptive options.