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Birth Control Pill if no Menstruation at 42?

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March 21st, 2012
I am 42 and no longer having regular periods. But I've recently started a sexual relationship, so I want to start taking Birth Control. Should I do this if I'm not having periods? If so, where in the pack should I start?
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kristigraham
replied March 21st, 2012
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Yes, you should, unless your doctor determines you are past menopause and infertile.

Just start with pill 1 tomorrow, or any other day. Consider yourself fertile for the first 7 days.

Please be aware that you are even more at risk from STDs than a teenager. So please be very careful.

Best of luck!
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BeatMG
replied March 21st, 2012
Thanks Kristigraham!

Thanks for your concerns over safety from STD's - yes I will be using condoms as well - but these have failed me in terms of birth control once before Smile
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BeatMG
replied March 21st, 2012
While I'm at it.....

How will the doctor determine where I'm at in regards to menopause? Is it a blood test/physical exam or what?
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replied March 21st, 2012
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Yss, a blood test to determine hormone levels, some questions and perhaps an ultrasound to look at your ovaries.
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BeatMG
replied March 22nd, 2012
Thanks!
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