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If a woman has sex only once and near her period, can she become pregnant?

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Yes. Though women with regular cycles have times they are more and less likely to conceive, if she is having sex there is a possibility of become pregnant any time during the month. No. A Women's Pregnancy Center is not a medical facility, so we do not perform abortions. We do offer information on the different types of procedures available, the risks involved and can help determine how far along a woman is in her pregnancy so she will know which types are available to her.
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Can a woman get pregnant during her period?

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The answer lies in the wording of the question. More precisely, it is essentially impossible for a woman to get pregnant during her period, but on rare occasions it is possible for a woman to get pregnant from intercourse during her period. Since sperm can live for five days, a couple could have sex near the end of the woman's period, and the sperm could then live long enough to fertilize an egg several days later, if the woman had a very early ovulation.
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Can a woman be pregnant and still have a period?

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Pregnant women can have some light irregular bleeding during pregnancy, but it should not be like a “normal” period. Some women can confuse this for their period because often it can come right around the time she was expecting her normal period. The irregular bleeding or spotting that can occur during pregnancy is often a dark brown color or a light pinkish. It should not be enough bleeding to fill pads or tampons over a few days.
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Can I get pregnant if I have sex during my period?

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YES, Yes, Yes! A lot of people think that if a woman has sex during her period, she can't get pregnant. Even though this is a common belief, you CAN get pregnant while you are bleeding. Sometimes ovulation can occur before the bleeding from your period has stopped, or it may occur within a few days after your period is over. In both cases, having sex before your period is finished can result in pregnancy. Having unprotected sex at any time, including when you're menstruating, is very risky.
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Can I get pregnant if I have unprotected sex while I am on my period?

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Yes, there is always a possibility of getting pregnant, no matter where you are in your menstrual cycle, if you have unprotected sex. Chances could be less likely, however, when you are on your period. Most women, if they have a normal 28 day cycle, usually ovulate, or release an egg, 10-14 days from the first day of her period. This would be the time when a woman is most likely to get pregnant. This is not applicable if she does not have a regular cycle.
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Can a woman become pregnant as a result of anal sex?

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A woman cannot become pregnant as a result of anal sex directly, although if any sperm leaks from the anus and enters the vagina, pregnancy could occur. Anal sex is therefore not the best way of avoiding pregnancy on a long term basis. It is better to use regular contraception such as the birth control pill or condoms. Anyone wanting to try anal intercourse should be 100% that their partner willing too, as the idea of anal sex makes many people very uncomfortable.
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Can I get pregnant if I have unprotected sex during my period?

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Yes, it is possible to become pregnant from vaginal intercourse during menstruation. This is especially likely when the menstrual cycle is brief (e.g. 21-22 days). Because sperm can live up to seven days in the cervical mucus of a woman's vagina and ovulation can occur within a few days of the last day of a woman's period (in a short cycle), it is possible for fertilization to take place.
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Can you be pregnant and still have your period?

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It's fairly unusual to be pregnant and still have a normal period. This is because the very thing that causes women to menstruate is the drop in progesterone that occurs only if fertilization does not happen. If a woman were pregnant, her progesterone levels would remain high, thus preventing her from having a period.
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Can I get pregnant during my period?

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Pregnancy can occur from intercourse that takes place during a period. This is because sperm can live in the body for up to five days, and if a woman ovulates soon after her period, then conception could take place from intercourse that occurred during her period.
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Pregnant women can have some light irregular bleeding during pregnancy, but it should not be like a "normal" period. Some women can confuse this for their period because often it can come right around the time she was expecting her normal period. The irregular bleeding or spotting that can occur during pregnancy is often a dark brown color or a light pinkish. It should not be enough bleeding to fill pads or tampons over a few days.
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What is the risk of gonorrhea to a pregnant woman?

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infected woman who is pregnant may give the infection to her infant as the baby passes through the birth canal during delivery. Most states require that the eyes of newborns be treated with silver nitrate or other medication immediately after birth to prevent gonococcal infection of the eyes, which can lead to blindness. Because of the risk of gonococcal infection to both mother and child, doctors recommend that a pregnant woman have at least one test for gonorrhea during her pregnancy.
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Can a woman who once had bulimia but is now better get pregnant?

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Active bulimia can cause a woman to miss her period sometimes. Or, she may never get her period. If this happens, she usually does not ovulate. This makes it hard to get pregnant. Women who have recovered from bulimia have a better chance of getting pregnant once their monthly cycle is normal. If you're having a hard time getting pregnant, see your doctor.
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When can a woman get pregnant?

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If a woman has unprotected sex, she is at risk of becoming pregnant at any time during the month. Women ovulate at differing times, depending on the length of their menstrual cycle. The most fertile time is generally 3 days before and 3 days after ovulation.
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My friend says she only has sex during her period so she can't get pregnant. Does that work?

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No! You can get pregnant at any time of the month because you can ovulate at any time during your monthly cycle.
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Can I get pregnant if I have sex right after my period?

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Yes, it is possible. Pregnancy occurs when a sperm fertilizes an egg. An egg is released from the ovary (ovulation) once per month. The time an egg is released often changes from month to month. Once an egg is released, it survives in the female body for 24-48 hours. Sperm can survive in a woman's body for 3-5 days even up to 7days after intercourse. Month to month changes and the length of time an egg and sperm survive makes it difficult to determine the 'safe time' of the month.
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What about when a woman's period stops on it's own?

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Women can stop their period naturally because of pregnancy. Women do not have periods during pregnancy. If a woman then breast feeds her baby exclusively, gives the baby no bottle or pacifier, the frequent suckling will make the woman's period stop for at least 3 to 6 months.
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Can I get pregnant the first time I have sex?

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Yes! You can get pregnant the first time you have sex because having sex for the first time is the same as having sex any other time. If you want to avoid becoming pregnant, you should use birth control, right from the first time you have sex.
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Can I become pregnant without having sex?

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You can’t get pregnant through oral sex, or through masturbation. But if you are fooling around with your partner and there is any genital contact, especially where fluid is involved, there is a chance that you can become pregnant. This can even happen if he touches his own semen and then touches your vagina with his hands. If you want to make sure that you don’t become pregnant, make sure you use a condom, or avoid having contact with his genitals and fluids.
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Can a woman become pregnant through oral sex if she swallows sperm?

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No, a woman cannot become pregnant as a result of oral sex even if she swallows. A woman can only become pregnant if sperm get inside her vagina.
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If a woman has genital warts, is it safe for her to have oral sex?

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can warts be skin colored, and if one has small skin colored bumps like a pimple for a long period of time is it wise to think that it would be genital warts
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Can I get my girlfriend pregnant if she has her period?

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A woman can get pregnant any time of the month, even during her period. It’s not the most likely time, but it can happen.
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Can women get pregnant during their period?

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Yes, there is a chance if a women has unprotected sex during her period that she might become pregnant. Women have been known to ovulate (release of an egg or ovum) at any time during their monthly cycle, including during their period, although this is unusual.
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Should a pregnant or nursing woman do internal cleansing?

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Internal cleansing/detoxification is not recommended for pregnant or nursing women. A fetus or newborn baby should not be exposed to the toxins eliminated from the mother’s body while cleansing. The mother should wait until her baby is weaned completely.
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How does a woman become pregnant?

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Pregnancy
A woman usually becomes pregnant after having sexual intercourse. This is where a man puts his erect penis inside a woman's vagina. The friction caused by moving his penis in and out of her vagina will cause him to get increasingly excited until eventually he ejaculates (or 'comes') and releases a sticky white substance called semen.
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Are all homoeopathic medicines safe for a pregnant woman?

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All potentised homeopathic medicines are safe for pregnant woman. Since pregnancy is a special period the medicine should be taken only after proper consultation. I have been suffering from a skin disorder for the past 6 years for which I have been taking homoeopathic treatment but the problem doesn’t seem to disappear permanently. It keeps recurring.
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Can a pregnant woman be scanned?

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Yes, if the physician feels that the situation warrants it. Scanning during the first trimester, however, is generally not advised.
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