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An_247211 posted:
I want to stop taking birth control pills, although I do not want to get pregnant at this time. Other than condoms, do I have any other conteceptic options? Also, after taking birth control pills for 10 years, is it safe to stop taking them cold turkey?
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georgiagail responded:
An excellent article that discusses a wide variety of birth control options:

http://www.plannedparenthood.org/health-topics/birth-control-4211.htm

It is certainly safe to simply stop taking your birth control pills, although you may notice changes in your menstrual schedule for a while.

Gail


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