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Expertise
I can answer questions about birth control methods. I am not a doctor so this should not be used in place of advice from your doctor. Rather, I can help explain anything that is unclear, and help ease your concerns. I will give you the most updated information and will answer questions without judgment.
Experience in the area
I have been working in the health field for 10 years.
Education/Credentials
I have a master degree in public health with a focus on women's health.
Something controversial or provocative about this subject
There is a lot of inaccurate information out there. People should be aware of the source of information and cautious about those that may have an agenda.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| Jan | 02/19/09 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 | thanks |
| harley | 02/18/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thank you a lot |
| Laura | 02/18/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Ini | 02/13/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Quick response and satisfying answer. Thanks a ..... |
| Sel | 02/10/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from Mia
2009-08-03 Birth Control Pill:
Hi Ashley, I just realized I misread where you were in your pill pack. I apologize. Based on what you have said, I think the chances of pregnancy are low, although not 0, since the Plan B will not
2009-08-02 Birth Control Pill:
Hi Ashley, If you had sex for the first 7 days on the placebo, then you were still protected. If you had sex during the 4 extra days that you were on the placebos, then there is a chance of pregnancy
2009-03-01 nuva ring help:
Hi Brandy, If you had the ring out for more than 3 hours then there is a chance you can become pregnant. If he did not ejaculate inside but it was only pre-ejaculate, then the chances of pregnancy are
2009-02-26 Depo & Pregnancy:
Hi Kiosha, If your last shot was in early November then you are protected for the 12 weeks after that, which would be sometime in January. For example, if the shot was on Nov 2 you were protected until
2009-02-19 2 months late:
Hi Jan, Plan B is a high dose of birth control pill so it can change your regular cycles. So it is possible that it is due to that, although it seems a bit odd that you are late now after having gotten
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