Using the NuvaRing

Just yesterday I went to the doctor to start on the NuvaRing. The doctor had me insert the ring at the appointment even though I'm at day 15 of my cycle. When I got home, I read that women who are starting NuvaRing who haven't been on another form of oral contraceptive should start the ring between days 1 and 5 of their cycle. What should I do? Should I take the ring out, wait until days 1-5, and then insert a new ring? Or will the ring still be effective even though I've started mid-cycle? Thanks! :)

[Pepper Schwartz, Ph.D.]

   You need to talk to another doctor if you are unsatisfied with your doctor's advice. DO NOT take it on yourself to think of new ways to deal with the ring or put in  a new one. I cannot help you but a gynecologist who knows your history can.  
Definitely go back to your doctor-- or get a second opinion.