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Published At November 4, 2023
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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I had unprotected sex after which I had a period for the next three days. But now, it has been over a month and my period is delayed. I also took the Unwanted-72 pill. Can I be pregnant?

Please help.

Hello,

Welcome to the icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern.

As your history suggests, you had unprotected intercourse in fertile days so the chances of pregnancy are very high. Pregnancy cannot be ruled out or diagnosed. So, I suggest you do a urine pregnancy test to confirm the pregnancy.

Hope it helps.

Thanks and regards.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thanks for your reply.

When should I take the pregnancy test?

Please help.

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern.

If your cycle is regular (28 to 30 days), then you can do the test four to five days post expected date of periods.

Hope it helps.

Thanks and regards.

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

Dr. Arjun Chaudhari
Dr. Arjun Chaudhari

Obstetrics and Gynecology

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