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Answered by Dr. Usha Mohan

How can one manage irregular periods in PCOS?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern. Could you please confirm if you are married? Two years ago, were you officially diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Disease/polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PCOD/PMOS)? Did your ultrasound scan (USG) at that time reveal ovarian cystic follicles? Were you prescribed Dronis 30 solely for family planning purposes, or was it also to regulate irregular periods? To accurately diagnose PCOD/PMOS, it is important to have more detailed hormonal evaluations beyond just TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) and HbA1c. You will need to undergo blood tests for the following: Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH). Luteinizing Hormone (LH).

May 29, 2026

What causes irregular periods despite a negative hCG test?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. Since you have the pill within 72 hours of unprotected sex, the chances of getting pregnant are rare. The pill has a lot of side effects, such as irregular periods, spotting, delayed periods, etc., since you get some withdrawal bleeding on the 20 th, which can be why the periods are delayed.

May 19, 2026

Why continuous bleeding after taking Mefigest pills?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If she is bleeding moderately after 12 days, she needs to see a gynecologist and get an ultrasound to see if there are any products of conception left behind inside the uterus. If there are, then she needs to undergo a dilatation and curettage, which is a minor surgical procedure to empty the uterus. If the products are left behind, they can get infected, too. I hope I have answered your question.

November 17, 2025

How do emergency contraceptive tablets prevent pregnancy?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.If she has taken the pill within two hours, it is unlikely that she could be pregnant. It could be the side effect of the Unwanted 72.Did you have unprotected sex again in the meantime?Anyway, if you are worried, get a blood test for pregnancy—beta HCG (human chorionic gonadotropin).

July 30, 2025

What are the possible causes for delayed periods?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I can understand your concern.If you have had unprotected sex even for a minute and even if he has not ejaculated, pregnancy is still possible since the precum a man has before ejaculation, has enough sperm to get you pregnant. The pregnancy test could have turned out negative if you have done it too early and there is a possibility of false negatives too. I would suggest you do a blood test to check for pregnancy called beta hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin), which is more accurate.

November 14, 2024

Are emergency contraceptive pills more effective than condoms in preventing pregnancy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I suggest you use the condom as it is safe and effective if used properly. Use it right from the start, as the precum will have sperms. I-pill (Levonorgestrel) should be used sparingly and must be taken within 24 to 72 hours of unprotected intercourse. However, it is more effective if taken within a few hours.

July 2, 2024

Should I use I-pill even if I had my period the next day after the intercourse?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Were you expecting your period that day? If you get a proper menstrual period which lasts for the usual three to four days the very day after you have had intercourse, then no, you need not take the i-pill. But make sure it is your expected period and not random bleeding or spotting which some girls have due to intercourse. Thank you..

July 2, 2024

Will switching from a sanitary pad to a menstrual cup be a good option for teenagers?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. We recommend starting with the light or medium-flow cup for teenagers and beginners who are just starting with a menstrual cup. This is because it has a slightly smaller diameter and, therefore, can create a smaller insertion point. Any teenager can use a menstrual cup, regardless of whether this is their first period or if they have used different period products previously. If needed, you can always switch to the heavy-flow cup once you are comfortable with the insertion.

June 20, 2024

Does tablet Krimson 35 reduce menstrual blood flow?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If you take the tablet Krimson 35 (Cyproterone and Ethinyl estradiol) regularly, you cannot get pregnant as it is an oral contraceptive unless you have missed a pill or two. Sometimes long-term use of OCP (oral contraceptives) reduces blood flow. So that is the reason your bleeding is less. But if you think you have forgotten to take a pill or two, get a pregnancy test, preferably a blood test for beta hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin), as it is very accurate.

June 20, 2024

Is there any pill taken before sex to prevent pregnancy?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If sex is the thing, then she can take I-pill or Unwanted 72 (Levonorgestrel). She can take on the day of sex or soon after the sex, just one pill. But it is needed to be taken within 72 hours of having sex. The I-pill is very high in hormones and it should not be taken more than once a month.

February 26, 2024

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