I'm 23, live in the UK, and have been in a relationship for over 7 years.  My GP has refused to prescribe me the contraceptive pill anymore because the one which is most suitable for me is the one that is the most expensive on the NHS.  After a lot of complaining, she finally agreed to prescribe me the pill again but only if I have a smear test because then her surgery will get more money from the government.  I refuse to do this as GPs are only supposed to invite you to have a smear test after the age of 25 and her surgery doesn't appear to be very hygienic.  I have been to Family Planning Clinics but they also refused me and told me I should get the pill from my GP.  My GP is the nearest one for miles so I can't change doctors.  Is there a way to get the pill without a prescription?
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Even if the GP can do this it is not a morally correct thing to do.\nI would get a new doctor.  Financially it would not be worthwhile to seek legal action against the GP.\nGet the smear test - but get it done somewhere more hygenic and with a doctor you like and trust.\nI for one am glad to be paying taxes to keep sensible nice people like you from having an unwanted pregnancy - far better the money be spent on contraceptives than funding another affair for "2 Jags" Prescott.
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the pill can regulate your periods...\n\ntry the health clinic...would be cheaper than an ob/gyn I'd think...\n\nthere may be some underlying problem.......
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Definitely, It will establish a relationship with her ObGyn so when she needs to get on birth control she won't be so embarassed.  And if he is a good doctor, he will talk to her about the importance of protection, etc.  Not that you haven't, but they seem to listen better when it isn't coming from the parents.  Also it is important to start a good routine for her womens health exam.
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Just tell him the truth. He is your doctor, and as an adult over the age of 18, it will be in confidence. Let him know you want to be on birth control and give him your reason/reasons why. Shoot him straight. He has heard wilder things in his line of work I assure you. You are prolly jus a little nervous about a wierd situation.... but it will only be wierd to you, he will be fine.\n\nGood luck on the cancer test! I hope everything comes back from the tests and you are cancer free!!
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she needs to go back to the doctor, has she started a new birth control pill some times the pill is to strong and will make you bleed and bleed but if thats not the case she needs to go back to the doctor. and the doctor sometimes uses birth control pills to regulate your cycle. but in any case the doc is the best thing\n.
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I believe you're supposed to start taking the pill the first day your period starts and you should have been told this by whoever supplied them.  Make sure you use protection until your next period and on the first day, start on a new pack.\n\nhttp://www.angelic1healing.com
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I don't know how old you are, but my advice is to ask women you trust about a good Ob/Gyn, and get a thorough exam before you go on the Pill. There are several different types, each with varying levels of female hormones, and knowing your history will help a doctor choose the right one for you. Many general practitioners are uncomfortable answering questions regarding sexuality, but the ObGyn is not. This is his or her specialty.
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You can't.  Most all hormonal birth control must have a prescription and you must see a doctor for a physical, pregnancy test, and pap smear before and yearly while on it.  It is also illegal to purchase medications over the internet that are prescription only without a prescription.\n\nIt's for your own benefit to get checked out regularly and have the risks associated with NuvaRing explained to you by your doctor.
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You need to check with your GP or at the pharmacy to make sure that the hormones in both the tablets don't react with each other first. If it's OK you can buy levonelle over the counter at most pharamcies or get your GP to prescribe you the morning after pill.
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Ask your doctor if you can take it out after three weeks and put a new one in right away, that's what my doctor tells me to do.  I wouldn't suggest what you are thinking unless there is no sex in question, because you can get pregnant taking it out early.
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The clinic should be able to perform the tests you need. I read your other questions and I think that your OBGYN should offer you a referral to see someone in internal medicine. Talk to your doctor and see what they suggest. If you have had 10 pregnancy tests,all neg. and you are still having problems,it is time to see someone else and get this resolved. It could be something as simple as your ovulation cycle is off,but your Gyno should have caught this by now,if this were the case.\n\nMedicaid should pay for anything you have done,but check with the clinic you are going to just to double check,as this varies state to state.
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Call your nearest Planned Parenthood office and tell them what you told us. And insist that your BF get a check up too. http://www.plannedparenthood.org/......
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If going to the doctor is impossible then you need to look into Medical Assistance, possibly available through your state's department of Social Services.\n\nAnd in response, maybe you got these things on you from one of the 23 boyfriends you mentioned.  That number seems a little excessive.\n\nTry finding a local PLanned Parenthood in your area.  They give free STD testing and condoms.
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You don't have to. Just be sure to do it safely all the time. You might want to see a doctor for a pap-smear, though. And maybe to get advice on birth control.
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i think you need to go back on the pill if your still active, but either way you need to use a condom, and most of all go to your doc, becuase each case is different, teehee
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I think you are pregnant. If you have no period, and your life is not particularly stressful, that is the most logical explanation for your symptoms.\nI highly suggest against the withdrawal method of birth control. Why are you so against condoms or the pill? If it is for religious reasons, then that makes no sense because no religions that condemn b.c. are ok with premarital sex. If it is for cost reasons, your local health department would be glad to give you condoms. They are cheaper for the government to buy than to support a baby on welfare!\nIf he is being stubborn about coming inside you, and you want to be safe from getting pregnant, I suggest you dump him. If he wont respect you now, what do you think will happen when a baby comes along?
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You can get the "morning after" pill from your doctor, or a planned-parenthood/womens clinic if you don't want to go to your regular practitioner.  The "morning after" pill, or Plan B, is supposed to act as a back-up method to prevent pregnancy when your primary method falls short, or if you didn't use contraception at all.  Basically, from what I understand, it will not allow a fertilized egg to implant in the uterus.  This back-up method is only effective within 48-72 hours after intercourse, and is at its most effective when it is taken sooner rather than later.  Just like any other form of contraception, this method is not 100% effective against pregnancy.  As far as the cost... depending on where you live, some clinics may give it to you for free.  If you can't find a clinic that provides it free of charge, then it can cost a little bit.  A friend of mine had to pay over $200 for the exam and 2 sets of pills.