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Should my fiancee consume a contraceptive pill in case she misses her period?

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Should my fiancee consume a contraceptive pill in case she misses her period?

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Published At May 29, 2018
Reviewed AtFebruary 13, 2024

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

My fiancée and I had sex this weekend. It was unprotected and I ejaculated inside. We had sex during her safe days. She is expecting her periods in a day or two. Can there be any chance of delay in her periods? Can she consume a contraceptive pill within 72 hours and avoid pregnancy? I have asked her to consume the pill tomorrow (60 hours after sex) in case she misses her periods. Please advise.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

If she is getting regular 30 days period cycle and you had intercourse after the 20th day of her period then there are no chances of pregnancy. Also, no need to take any contraceptive pill as her periods are due in two to three days. The period can delay because of stress and tension.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thank you for the super quick reply.

Yes, she is getting her regular 30 day period cycle. The intercourse was after the 20 day period.

Thank you very much.

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

You are welcome.

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Dr. Sathawane Aparna Mulchand
Dr. Sathawane Aparna Mulchand

Obstetrics and Gynecology

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