on the pill for 4 years and had unprotected sex.  am i safe?
832088
Absolutely NOT! All the pill protects you from is pregnancy. It doesn't do squat to prevent STD's. It's quite likely that you have something that may not have even shown up yet, so before you get to your next partner be sure to get tested. Unless you're in a completely monogomous and trusted relationship, you have to use condoms. You'll be more than sorry if you don't. Believe me.
332269
well its already happened so there really is nothing to change the situation. i would say find out if protection was used if not take the next day pill. and in a few weeks go get tested for std's just to be safe. and next time u go drinking take a friend with u to help prevent it from happening again. its called the buddy system.
631457
First, NEVER EVER HAVE SEX WITH SOMEONE WITHOUT WEARING A CONDOM ! There are std's that don't have as noticeable affects in women as what it will in men. Considering this girl is already on birth control pills is a sure indication she has been sexually active already.Since she allowed you to have sex with her not wearing a condom ,safe bet others have had the same priveledge. How do you know she for sure she has not got hiv? You didn't think at the time you had sex that you would be worried about a std right now either did you? People lie, especially when it comes to sex . Don't you think if everybody told the truth about std's and hiv/aids that this problem would be well under control,if not completely extent? Next time wear a condom!! Not for her benefit but for your own safety. As to do you have a STD. Only a doctor will be able TO ANSWER THAT 100% , you should have been there 3 weeks ago. Some std's can make you sterile. If you are to embarrassed to go to the Dr. then call your local health department and see if they can't see you. If you are really worried then call the er at your local hospital and tell them your symptoms without giving your name. Hopefully all you have is a kidney infection. Next time you start to have sex make sure you use a condom! No matter what she may tell you. If your gonna do it be responsible. Good luck!!
1036256
Everyone is different. I'm quite fertile so I fell straight away but I wasn't on the pill for very long I think that was a contributor. Some women have problems if they have been on the pill for ages and of course some women can never fall pregnant. Really no one can answer this question until you try.
724107
No, sorry, sweetie.  I work in family planning and have read tons and tons of articles and research about this.  It doesn't promote unprotected sex, even for those in a long-term relationship, monogamous relationship when someone could argue ec could be used as birth control.  I'm attaching an article.  I don't know why I keep reading the answers on your question...it's making me spaz out.  EC is the best thing that's happened in family planning in decades.
881888
I've heard that you should really use a alternative method of birth control until you start your next birth control cycle.  The effectiveness of the pills is a trickle-down cycle.  You get the most drugs out of the pill in the beginning and less and less as your cycle goes on.\nAntibiotics reduce the effectiveness of the pill and you won't build up your "protection" again until you start your next pill cycle.\nUse a condom just to be safe.
1078950
Contraceptive pills are nothing but the hormonal pills, they alter the hormonal level in your body and altering the ovulation cycle. Balanced level of hormones are very essential for optimum body functioning. Pills can cause nausea, vomiting, altered mood, dry mouth, constipation, lethargy, dry vaginaitis, altered heart rate and blood pressure. But these side effects does not occur in all females, and become more prominent in in long term uses. consult your gynec before using.\n\nother methods like inserting a copper T  or some other device can cause infections or abnormal bleeding, if not used properly. \n\nLatex condoms can cause allergic reactions and there are always chances of tearing or slipping of the condom. But 90 % it is safe to use. The only thing is that you have to use it properly and it should be a good one.\n\nVasectomy and tubectomy are the most safest way to prevent pregnancy, if in future you does not have any plans to have babies. Now a days reversal types of surgeries are also available.
545485
Hi,\n\nIn general, it is not "bad" to use birth control pills "through the years."  However, there are risks (especially if you smoke, etc.)\n\nI put links to a couple of websites that should be able to answer any question you would have about the pill or other methods of birth control.\n\nTake care of yourself :)
589461
you sure bet it will.  Are you stupid, the risk is only slightly lower than regular intercourse but go get tested immediately if this happend and then be abstin6ate for months and get retested.
470191
dont worry about it.... unless youve had unprotected sex (which you shouldnt since your ONLY 13)
467282
If you don't want to wear a condom, only have sex in a long term committed relationship in which both of you have been tested and you are 100% positive that she isn't cheating and that she is also on the pill.\n\nOtherwise, abstinence is always 100% fool-proof.\n\nIf you don't like either of these options, there are extra sensitive condoms out there.  They are thin to give you that added feeling but protect too.  Check out the web or go browsing the aisles (an adult shop has a lot of varieties) for different options.
906078
Yes, The Dr. will always advise you to practice safe sex. The pill will only protect you from getting pregnant. Using the pill does NOT protect against any STD (Aids, chlamydia,syphlis,Herpes.. and many others) You need a condom to keep from catching one of those.
1019868
Ha ha Sweetmama now that is FUNNY!!!! LMAO!!! If this were my question you would definitely get the 10!!! \n\nYes I do use condoms.  It is better without them, but safer with them.  I have not always, and I have a 7 year old to prove it.  Its not horrible to not use them but its just a chance that you choose whether or not to take.  Its all a matter of trust.
49587
By having unprotected sex
297811
I would say with the spermicidal condom, which has a tendancy to foam a little and look like semen, would destroy most of it. Your on the pill and it depends how long you have been on the pill and how well you take it depends on its effectiveness. If you take it like clockwork everyday then you should be okay. Nothing is impossible but I wouldn't worry to much.
453857
i would go to the doctor.  the pill is not 100%, but then nothing is, except abstinence
9273
Even a low dose of the pill makes my hormone levels weird. The last time I was on the pill my husband told me not to worry about taking it because nothing was going to happen to where I might get pregnant. Look into NFP.