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Sexuality & Relationships (Expert Forum)
Using the NuvaRing
Answered by
Pepper Schwartz, Ph.D. - Sexuality, family, Sexual Identity
This forum is for questions and support regarding relationship issues such as: Abstinence, Arousal Problems, Birth Control, Cohabitation, Commitment, Communication, Couples Counseling, Desire /Lack of Desire, Sexual Technique.
Using the NuvaRing
by jenny kirk, Sep 30, 2006 12:00AM
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! :)
Doctor's Answer
by Pepper Schwartz, Ph.D., Oct 08, 2006 12:00AM
, Oct 08, 2006 12:00AMYou 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.
