HomeAnswersObstetrics and Gynecologyunprotected sexMy girlfriend took an emergency contraceptive pill after unprotected sex but has not experienced her period yet. Can she be pregnant?

Which other contraceptive pills can be used to prevent pregnancy after frequent sexual activity?

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Published At July 17, 2023
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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I had unprotected sex today with my girlfriend, but she took the emergency contraceptive pill approximately five hours later. However, she has not experienced her period yet, and she is considering taking other tablets to induce it since her periods are irregular. Additionally, she has noticed a continuous flow of white-colored gel-like substances from her vagina after taking the I-pill. I am concerned if this is a good sign regarding pregnancy. Could you please advise if she might be pregnant?

Furthermore, what steps should she take to terminate the pregnancy if she is pregnant? Should she take period-inducing tablets? I am extremely worried so I would appreciate your prompt assistance.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Balakrishnan R

Hello,

Welcome to the icliniq family.

I hope you are doing well.

Explaining the complex hormonal balance that regulates periods and ovulation can be challenging. In the case of irregular periods, it becomes difficult to predict the ovulation date. The contraceptive pill contains a high dose of the hormone progesterone, which is naturally produced in the second half of the menstrual cycle after ovulation. This pill increases the thickness of the inner lining of the uterus, making it unfavorable for a potential pregnancy to implant. Since it is a single dose, it does not have enough strength to sustain itself, so the increased lining sheds off, resulting in bleeding or a period of seven to ten days. She does not need to take any other medication to induce periods. The white discharge she is experiencing could be normal vaginal discharge, remnants of semen flowing out, or a result of no ovulation. It is best not to worry about it. The best course of action is to wait for seven to ten days. She should get her period within this time frame. There are no other medications available to prevent pregnancy at this stage. To avoid pregnancy in the future, it is essential to consider better contraceptive methods. If you engage in frequent sexual activity, using cyclical oral contraceptive pills can be a highly effective method that helps regulate periods. If sexual activity is infrequent, using condoms is recommended.

I hope I have addressed your concerns.

Please feel free to reach out if you have any further questions.

Best regards.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Balakrishnan R
Dr. Balakrishnan R

Obstetrics and Gynecology

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