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Unprotected sex during period
I had unprotected sex on the first day of my period. Should I take an emergency contraceptive pill as I am not on birth control?
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Avoid relationship during periods
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Sex during periods is safe as far as pregnancy is concerned, but it may expose you to infection.
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Dr. Rashmi Anand
Gynecologist/Obstetrician
8 yrs exp
Lucknow
The birth control method that you are using, shall protect you.
Don’t need any other medications.
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Dr. Pushpa Gour
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29 yrs exp
Bhopal
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