Dr. Richa Agarwal
Obstetrics and Gynecology
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Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I had unprotected sex on the ninth day of my menstrual cycle and took an emergency contraceptive pill within 10 hours. As a result, I have delayed periods, and it has been delayed for more than ten days. In addition, I took a pregnancy test a few days back, which was negative.
Kindly help.
Thank you.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I have gone through your history and understand your concerns.
Menstrual irregularities, in your case, could be due to hormonal imbalances caused by an emergency contraceptive pill. As you took an emergency contraceptive pill on time, there is almost no chance of pregnancy in your case. So wait and watch for your periods, and do a home urine pregnancy test after a few days. Please share your beta hCG report.
Thank you.
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
Thank you for your response.
I have shared the reports.
Thank you.
Hello,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
The report (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity) is negative, meaning there is no pregnancy.
Thank you.
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
Thank you for your response.
That means there is nothing to worry about, and I will have my periods.
Thank you.
Hello,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
Yes, there is no need to worry about it. However, periods may be delayed due to hormonal imbalances caused by emergency contraceptive pills.
Thank you.
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
Thank you for your response.
Hello,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
You are most welcome.
Thank you.
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