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I have been taking my birth control for 5 days and my boyfriend ejaculated inside of me four times could I be pregnant?

Pregnancy is possible whenever you have sex regardless of the method you’re using. However, the likelihood of pregnancy depends, in part, on when you started your method in relation to your period. If you started your method during your period, pregnancy is unlikely. If you started your method mid-cycle, pregnancy is much more likely. If you are on a hormonal method of birth control, you need to wait at least seven days after you have started your method before it becomes effective. Depo-Provera (the shot) becomes effective 24 hours after your first injection.

Since you just started a method, menstrual irregularities are a common side effect during the first few months of use. Menstrual irregularities include bleeding or spotting between periods, missing a period, and periods of shorter duration with lighter bleeding. Therefore, don’t panic if you miss your next period. If you don’t have any bleeding at all during your sugar or placebo pills (the last week of your pills), take a pregnancy test. Do not stop taking your pills unless you test positive for pregnancy.

is it possible to get pregnant when you have been on birth control for two consecutive months

It is always possible to get pregnant when you have sex. Other than abstinence (not having sex), no birth control method is 100% effective However, as long as you’ve been using your birth control method correctly, it is highly unlikely that you would become pregnant. When used perfectly, hormonal methods are over 99% effective. Certain medications or herbal remedies can decrease some hormonal methods’ effectiveness. Also, forgetting to use your method correctly(for example, forgetting to take your pill) can increase your risk of pregnancy.

my boyfriend and I had unprotected sex last friday but he did not cum inside me. I forgot to take my pill friday night but took it immediately when I woke up saturday morning. I started my period that same saturday (which was normal time for it to start) but it only last 2 days instead of the usual 4. Could I be pregnant?!

If you remembered to take your pill within 24 hours of forgetting it, pregnancy is unlikely, especially if the pill you forgot was during your last week of hormone pills. However, pregnancy is alway possible when you have sex. The pill is not 100% effective. Even women who take their pills perfectly can become pregnant.

Your period was probably different because of the pill you took late. You period may stop for a while and then start back up for a few days. You may also have a little breakthrough bleeding or spotting during your next pack of pills. Try to remember to take your pills on time to avoid this.

i recieved my last shot the 14th november 2011 and had unprotected sex with my partner and he ejaculated inside of me on 28 december 2011.i received my next shot 9 january 2012 ,took a pregnancy test and it was negative,i then took a laxative n then had my period 30th january 2012.could i be pregnant ?i feel pregnant!

Pregnancy is highly unlikely since the unprotected intercourse occurred while you were still protected by the Depo-Provera shot. Depo-Provera has one of the highest effectiveness rates. If you still feel you are pregnant, you can always take another test, but pregnancy rarely occurs among Depo users who get their shots on time.

Depo-Provera does not protect you against sexually transmitted infections, however. If you are worried that you may have contracted an infection and you live near one of our offices, please contact us for a free STD screening. If you live further away, locate your local STD Clinic or contact the Family Planning or Planned Parenthood office closest to your.

I had sex the day before my period should come it hasn’t when can I take a test

Wait until your period is more than one week late. 

I started my period two days ago. I forgot to take my birth control pill this morning at 7am. My boyfriend and I had sex at 9pm and the condom broke without us knowing in time. I just took my birth control right after that. Am I going to get pregnant? I typically do not miss taking my pills.

If you had intercourse on day 3 of your period, it is unlikely that you became pregnant. If you normally take your birth control pills correctly and consistently, then your protection will continue to be effective during your period. The pills that you take during your period are placebo pills. This means that the pills do not contain any active hormones. Most pill packs are set up with 21 days of active (hormone) pills and 7 days of inactive pills. This set up serves as a reminder to take your pill every day, and keeps you on track for starting a new pack.
Missing or being late with a placebo pill will not decrease your protection. Keep in mind that missing or frequently being late with your active pills will decrease your protection. If this occurs, make up the missed pill, and consider using condoms for the next week or so.

i cant even remember the last time i used a condom but im on the depo and for some reason i have been bleeding for three weeks now and i mormaly have a light period right before i get my shot and this is about a month to early, why im i bleeding like this? can i be pregnant or have an std??

Irregular spotting and bleeding can be side effects of the DepoProvera injection. The injections work by stopping ovulation and by thinning the uterine lining. This effect on the uterine lining is what helps decrease, and frequently stop, period bleeding. Even if shots are consistently on time, it does not completely stop the build up of uterine lining. Therefore, some bleeding or spotting may occur at one time or another. The length of time the bleeding lasts will just depend on how thick the lining is. This usually resolves on its own.

Irregular bleeding can be a sign of a vaginal infection or STD. If you have multiple partners  or your partner has other sexual partners, you may want to consider having an STD screening. If your bleeding continues after your next injection, talk to your doctor or clinic about your options.

Hello. I’m 19 years old.. My boyfriend and I had sex on January 7 and 14.. used condoms both times. My last period was Jan 9 but it was 2 days early and very light compared to my normal period. I’m usually on time for my period.. I am now three days late. I have taken two HPT and both were negative. Also two weeks ago I had light bleeding with cramps and a constant headache, and now I am experiencing some back pain. Can I be pregnant?

Pregnancy is unlikely if you used condoms correctly from start to finish during both acts of intercourse. However, pregnancy is always possible whenever two people engage in sex. Condoms are not 100% effective. Wait another week or two, and then repeat the pregnancy test if you still haven’t had your period. Repeat the test every two weeks until you have a normal period or get a positive test result.

The symptoms you described may simply be premenstrual in nature (meaning your period might be just around the corner). However, if the headaches and back pain do not go away soon or if they worsen or additional symptoms occur, call your doctor for an appointment.

i had unprotected sex almost a month ago(the 14th). im on the pill and my boyfriend said he came in me, after that day my stomach has been hurting since. i would feel nauseated at times but i haven’t spoken to him about it at all. i plan on making me an appointment at the doctor to get tested for any STD’s and im also going to take a blood test for HIV/STI’s . your help would really make me feel better about this situation, i dont want to go through it alone. im really scared.

You made the right decision to be tested. If you’re frightened to go to the doctor by yourself, think about who you might be able to trust to go with you – perhaps a relative or a best friend.

When you do visit the doctor, be honest and explain that you had unprotected sex a month ago and would like to be tested for as many sexually transmitted diseases as possible. Ask him if your insurance will cover the tests, and if not, how much you will be expected to pay before consenting to the tests. Also, describe in detail the symptoms you are having. Even though you are on the pill, pregnancy is still a possibility as the pill is not 100% effective. However, if you’ve been taking your pill regularly, pregnancy is not likely. Don’t be surprised if your doctor recommends a pregnancy test though. Your doctor may want to run some other tests that are unrelated to sexually transmitted infections and pregnancy but may indicate the problem that is causing your symptoms.

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My boyfriend and I are being treated for syphillis with doxycycline. If we have sex with each other during the treeatment period can we still pass it to each other and if so would we have a new infection and have to be treated all over again?

Penicillin is normally used to treat syphilis. Doxycycline is used to treat chlamydia. If your medical provider prescribed doxycycline, you are more than likely being treated for chlamydia. Contact the provider who prescribed your medication to determine the correct diagnosis.

Most medical professionals advise individuals who have been diagnosed with a sexually transmitted infection to abstain from sex during their treatment and for at least seven days after they have completed the treatment.  While under treatment, some individuals clear the infection faster than others. Therefore, it is possible that one of you may still be infected while the other is not. Reinfection may or may not occur. If it does occur, you may need another course of treatment. It is best to follow your doctor’s recommendations.