Why do I have delayed periods after unprotected sex?

Hello,

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I understand your concern.

You had a period every 30 days for four cycles in a row. You missed your period on the fifth cycle. It started approximately on day 23 from your last period. This means that your cycles are usually 30 to31 days, but that the last cycle was a little later than previous cycles.

If your last proper bleeding started 31 days ago, your next period would be expected around now, depending on your usual cycle length.

You had sex 11 days ago and eight days ago with the pull-out method. While withdrawal reduces the risk of pregnancy, it does not remove the risk altogether, as sperm can be found in pre-ejaculate. Now your period is only about a day or two late, depending on how your cycle is calculated. That’s still within the bounds of normal variation.

The most likely reason is delayed menstruation due to normal cycle variation or stress. Early pregnancy is possible but less likely based on timing alone.

The only way to know for sure is by taking a test. Take a urine pregnancy test first thing in the morning. If it is negative, repeat the test in three to five days if your period still does not start.

It is too early to assume pregnancy based on a one- to two-day delay. If you develop breast tenderness, persistent nausea, frequent urination, or if your period continues to be missed, then pregnancy becomes more likely.

Based on timing alone, this still falls within normal cycle fluctuation.

I hope this has helped you.

Thank you.