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Do I Need To Use Condom After D&C?

I had a D&C about 5 weeks ago. I was on birth control for 10 years before I had D&C and continued taking the same birth control during the procedure and after. Do I need to wear a condom for any period of time after having D&C to ensure I do not get pregnant or will birth control still be just as effective through this process?
Mon, 22 Aug 2016
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Hello,
I have gone through your query and understood the concern. Abstinence is advised for a week after the dilatation and curettage, if it is done for examination purpose. If the procedure is done to evacuate a pregnancy or complete endometrium, it is better to avoid sexual intercourse for two weeks. This is to help tissue healing and avoid post coital bleeding and infection. Also, I would suggest use of barrier methods until your next period. Though enough protection is given by the oral contraception, breakthrough ovulation is a possibility subsequent to the procedure. Hope your query has been answered. Wish you good health.
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Do I Need To Use Condom After D&C?

Hello, I have gone through your query and understood the concern. Abstinence is advised for a week after the dilatation and curettage, if it is done for examination purpose. If the procedure is done to evacuate a pregnancy or complete endometrium, it is better to avoid sexual intercourse for two weeks. This is to help tissue healing and avoid post coital bleeding and infection. Also, I would suggest use of barrier methods until your next period. Though enough protection is given by the oral contraception, breakthrough ovulation is a possibility subsequent to the procedure. Hope your query has been answered. Wish you good health.