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    Posted on: 11/27/2007

    Question

    Can you get pregnant if you have intercourse during your period??

    Answer

    You are not likely to get pregnant if having intercourse during your period but you run the risk of getting sexually transmitted infections, including HIV.


    Answered By:
    Nancy Brown , Ed.S, M.A., Ph.D.


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