Birth Control Question?

Question

My partner uses the Nuva Ring and we also use the withdrawal method (Perfect use - Multiple times urinating and never any ejaculate in or near the vagina). Is there any chance she could get pregnant? The reason I ask is that he gynecologist had her come in for an abdominal ultrasound and transvaginal ultrasound. I'm not sure what this is for, but she has been asked to come in for some blood work. She has not asked the doctor what they are looking for or has been very private about answering my questions. I'm worried it could be a pregnancy or a health issue. Lastly, she is still using the ring to this date. I'm not sure if this is relevant in any way. Thanks for taking the time to answer my question.

Thank you for the very detailed response. What you said makes sense, but it doesn't explain why blood work would be needed. Do you know what type of abnormality would require both types of ultrasound and blood work? The combination of all things is what concerns me. As far as why she won't open up, that's another issue we need to overcome, but I'd rather work through this and be sure she is OK before I touch upon something like that. I have expressed my concern, but that hasn't gotten me anywhere.

Answer 1

What is protecting your partner from pregnancy is the nuvaring...not your withdrawal method. Her chances of pregnancy on the nuvaring are less than 1%. If you were using withdrawal alone, you'd be in deep trouble! You might think you are leaving no sperm behind but you are seriously mistaken. Those little swimmers are sneaky, slippery and great at escaping even though you think you tricked them!

Chances are, your partner has a different issue going on. Why she will not discuss it with you, I have no idea. With both procedures being done, it sounds as if they are checking your partner for a uterine abnormality. She must have complained about a problem such as pain, abnormal bleeding, or the doctor felt a lump during her internal exam.

See if you can get her to open up to you so that you have an idea of what is going on. Tell her how worried you are. Maybe she will tell you when she realizes you are very concerned. Good luck!