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I Am 44 Have Been On Birth Control But Would
Question: I am 44 have been on birth control but would like to stop because of headaches. My husband had a vasectomy 2 months ago, his sperm count came back 10-24 hpf and no XXXXXXX sperm. Is it ok to come of the BC
Brief Answer:
yes,
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for your query.
Yes, you can stop taking your birth control medications or the stop using the device if you are on one.
It takes a minimum of 2 months for the left out sperm in the distal vas cut end to disintegrate.
Since the sample as shown no active sperm, then the chances of pregnancy are nearly nil.
Hope, I answered your query.
Wish you god health.
regards,
yes,
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for your query.
Yes, you can stop taking your birth control medications or the stop using the device if you are on one.
It takes a minimum of 2 months for the left out sperm in the distal vas cut end to disintegrate.
Since the sample as shown no active sperm, then the chances of pregnancy are nearly nil.
Hope, I answered your query.
Wish you god health.
regards,
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