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Can periods get delayed after taking an I-pill?

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Published At October 20, 2023
Reviewed AtApril 16, 2024

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I had unprotected sex but there was no ejaculation. Then I took an I-pill on the same day. But now my period is delayed. There is little to no cervical mucus discharge. Should I be scared of pregnancy?

Please help.

Hello,

Welcome to the icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern.

Chances of pregnancy are very unlikely if no penetration or ejaculation happened near the vagina. In your case, since you have taken the emergency contraceptive pill so you are safe and chances of pregnancy are very unlikely.

Another thing, after taking an emergency contraceptive pill, it is not necessary that someone gets withdrawal bleeding. So you should wait for the next period's date. It can get irregular due to emergency contraceptive pills in some cases.

Hope this helps.

Thanks and regards.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thanks for your reply.

Should I get a urine pregnancy test done in the next week, just because I am extremely scared?

Please help.

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I suggest that there is no need for a check-up.

Hope this 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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