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What Are The Chances Of Pregnancy Inspite Of Being On Nuvaring?

Hello, My question: I m on the birth control nuvaring. I keep it in for the full 4 weeks instead of 3. My partner and I had sex on the 28th day. I basically had sex, then 30 minuets later I changed into a new ring. Am I still protected or should I take a plan B pill?
Tue, 27 Sep 2016
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Hello, and I hope I can help you today.

As you already know, the Nuvaring can protect you against pregnancy for up to four weeks. Normally, they recommend you leave the ring out for 7 days before you need to replace it.

If you did not have more than 7 days go by without wearing the Nuvaring, you are not at risk of pregnancy, so you do not have to take additional emergency contraception.

In addition, Nuvaring can be removed for up to 2 hours at a time without increasing pregnancy risk. So it can be removed for intercourse if you prefer and you will still be protected against pregnancy.

I hope I was able to adequately answer your question today and that this information was helpful.

Best wishes,

Dr. Brown
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What Are The Chances Of Pregnancy Inspite Of Being On Nuvaring?

Hello, and I hope I can help you today. As you already know, the Nuvaring can protect you against pregnancy for up to four weeks. Normally, they recommend you leave the ring out for 7 days before you need to replace it. If you did not have more than 7 days go by without wearing the Nuvaring, you are not at risk of pregnancy, so you do not have to take additional emergency contraception. In addition, Nuvaring can be removed for up to 2 hours at a time without increasing pregnancy risk. So it can be removed for intercourse if you prefer and you will still be protected against pregnancy. I hope I was able to adequately answer your question today and that this information was helpful. Best wishes, Dr. Brown