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Does Prolonged Use Of Birth Control Pill Cause Infertility?

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Posted on Fri, 24 Apr 2015
Question: I've been taking birth control for 8 almost 9 years. I've heard that being on it for too long can cause infertility. Is there truth behind this? Should I stop taking them?
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Answered by Dr. Mahesh Koregol (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Prolonged pill usage does not cause infertility

Detailed Answer:
Hi

I understand your concerns about possibility of infertility by birth control pills.

Let me reassure you that there is no possibility of infertility by prolonged pill intake for about 9 to 10 years.What you heard is not truth.

If you wish to get pregnant just stop pills and start trying.

Let me know if you need any more clarification.

Regards
Dr. Mahesh Koregol.
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Does Prolonged Use Of Birth Control Pill Cause Infertility?

Brief Answer: Prolonged pill usage does not cause infertility Detailed Answer: Hi I understand your concerns about possibility of infertility by birth control pills. Let me reassure you that there is no possibility of infertility by prolonged pill intake for about 9 to 10 years.What you heard is not truth. If you wish to get pregnant just stop pills and start trying. Let me know if you need any more clarification. Regards Dr. Mahesh Koregol.