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Does delay in periods indicate pregnancy?

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Published At April 8, 2024
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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have been involved in intercourse, and she has taken an I-pill within 48 hours, there has also been a delay in her periods. Does that mean she is pregnant? Kindly help.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Balakrishnan R

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern.

I-pill is a high dose of progesterone hormone, the same hormone that is produced in the body during the second half of the period after ovulation. This pill will suddenly increase the thickness of the inner lining of the uterus, making it unfavorable for a possible pregnancy to implant. As it is a single dose, it has no strength to stand on, so it falls off and you get period or bleeding from the increased thickness within seven to ten days of taking the pill. This bleeding will be thick, fleshy pieces, dark red or brown, with slight lower abdominal pain till the bleeding is reduced.

So you can wait for up to 10 days. If you still don't get periods after the 10th day after the pill, then you will have to check your urine for pregnancy.

I hope this information will help you.

Thank you.

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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