The Effects of Taking Birth Control While Pregnant
Despite taking your birth control pill faithfully at the same time everyday, there is still a chance you may get pregnant. You may not know at first that you've conceived and may continue to stay on the pill. But soon, the symptoms of pregnancy will make themselves known. It is best to stop taking the pill at this point and make an appointment with your physician.
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Effects
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In most cases, there are no detrimental effects on the fetus if you become pregnant while taking birth control. You will experience the usual symptoms of pregnancy despite being on the pill.
Symptoms
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Taking birth control while pregnant does not mask the signs and symptoms of pregnancy, which can include nausea, tender breasts and fatigue. You will likely not have a period as usual during the placebo week of the pill pack because of the pregnancy.
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Significance
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Most medical professionals advise women to stop taking the birth control pill if they determine they have become pregnant. It is not advised to keep taking the pill, because the increased estrogen coming into your body can throw your hormones off.
Considerations
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Continuing to take birth control after conceiving is counter to the medical use indicated for the pill, which is to prevent pregnancy. After becoming pregnant, taking the pill only releases additional hormones into your body.
Warning
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A pregnancy cannot be terminated by taking birth control. Do not take the pill for this purpose.
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