Q: I took Plan B and was on birth control pills, but I think I ovulated. Could I be pregnant?

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Question: I am a 31-year-old female with three children, currently taking Zoloft for anxiety. I'm concerned about a possible pregnancy and need some guidance. Here is a timeline of recent events:

* May 10: Period started. * May 14: Mirena IUD was removed after one year. * May 17: Had unprotected sex and took Plan B one hour later. * May 18: Started taking oral birth control pills. * May 22: Had unprotected sex again. Ovulation tests showed a peak, indicating I likely ovulated around this time. * May 23: Stopped taking the birth control pills out of concern for a potential pregnancy.

I am now 9 days past ovulation (DPO) and all my pregnancy tests have been negative, although with my previous pregnancies, I had faint positives by this time. Given that I took Plan B and was briefly on birth control pills, what is my actual risk of pregnancy? Why would I have ovulated? Should I continue testing or can I assume I'm not pregnant?

Answer: Honestly, It's hard to give exact odds because of all the variables: - Plan B reduces risk but isn't foolproof, especially if ovulation was already close. - The birth control pills likely weren't in your system long enough consistently to prevent ovulation or pregnancy. - Mirena removal (5/14) can also mean your body is trying to get back to its natural cycle. - Zoloft: Generally, Zoloft doesn't interfere with Plan B effectiveness or pregnancy test accuracy.

So, do test again in a few days if your period doesn't start. hCG levels roughly double every 48-72 hours in early pregnancy. If your period is late or you get a positive test, definitely see your doctor to discuss everything, especially since you stopped the birth control pills due to pregnancy concerns. They can confirm and provide guidance.

It's a waiting game right now, which is tough with anxiety. Try to hang in there. Keep testing as you planned and touch base with your doctor.

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