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Why is my period late after taking an emergency contraceptive pill the next day of unprotected sex?
Query: Hello doctor,I had my due date of periods one week ago. My fiance and I had unprotected sex nine days ago. And I took an emergency contraceptive pill the following day. I am not having periods till now but have experienced abdominal cramps. What should I do?Thanks. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to ilciniq.com. Thanks for trusting us about your health care. I have gone through your history, and I can understand your concerns. Your menstrual irregularities could be due to hormonal imbalance caused by the emergency contraceptive pill. As you took the pill on time, there is almo... Read Full »
Would the pill have damaged the fetus in any way now that I am pregnant?
Query: Hello doctor, After having intercourse with my husband, I had taken Unwanted 72 within 12 hours of intercourse. But, I missed my periods and got pregnant. Now, my question is will this ECP damage the fetus in any way? I also want to let you know that six months back, I had an abortion as my child wa... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your history and understand your concerns. Yes, you can continue the pregnancy after taking I-pill as it will not be harmful to your baby. But, yes if you had an abortion within one year, it may affect your health. So, take proper healthy and ... Read Full »
Can I take an emergency pill if I am taking medicines for PCOD?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 25 year old female, diagnosed with PCOD. Since last week, I am taking tablet Normoz for that. I had unprotected sex today, that is, on the 14th day of my menstrual cycle. I took the Unwanted-72 pill within one hour. What are the chances of conceiving? Can I get pregnant? Please ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your history and understand your concerns. As you took Unwanted-72 within one hour of unprotected sex, the chance of pregnancy is almost nil. So, wait and watch for your menses. Hope you found this useful. Good luck. Read Full »
What are the chances of pregnancy by having sex after four days of periods?
Query: Hi doctor, We had sex after four days of her period. What is the chance of pregnancy? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The chance of pregnancy usually depends upon menstrual cycle and period flow days. Usually ovulation occurs 14 days before next period date. That is 8th to 16th day of menstrual cycle are the most fertile days. If you had sex four to five days before and two days after o... Read Full »
I got my periods within twenty days after taking the emergency pill. Is it normal?
Query: Hello doctor, I had a protected sexual relationship, but the condom broke, so I took the emergency pill. I had my period three days later in the middle of last month, and I got my period two days back. Is that normal? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your history and understand your concerns. Menstrual irregularities, in your case, could be due to hormonal imbalance caused by an i-pill (Levonorgestrel). As you took the i-pill on time, there is almost no chance of pregnancy in your case. So wait ... Read Full »
How can I prevent pregnancy after intercourse?
Query: Hello doctor, How can I prevent pregnancy after intercourse? I am not sure whether the sperm went inside. Kindly help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your history and understand your concerns. As you had unprotected sex and wanted to discontinue the pregnancy, you can take I-pill (Levonorgestrel) for the same after consulting your specialist doctor. You can take one tablet of I-pill 1.5 mg as e... Read Full »
I took Postinor-2 a few days ago after which my period cycle is disturbed. Why so?
Query: Hello doctor, I took Postinor-2 a few days ago and I got my period twice. Since then, neither I got my period, nor I am pregnant. Why so? Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. It seems you might be suffering from menstrual irregularities. It could be due to hormonal imbalance caused by the emergency contraceptive pill. As you took the pill within 24 hours, there is almost no chance of... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I had unprotected sex with my partner a week back. Though he pulled out before ejaculation, I took an I-Pill within 24 hrs. We again had sex today, and he pulled out long before ejaculation. Do I need to take another I-Pill? Kindly help, Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your history and understood your concerns. Emergency contraceptive pills are only effective after sexual intercourse. Still, as you used the pull-out method and are sure there is no chance of semen leaking inside the vagina, taking another contraceptive p... Read Full »
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. Kindl... Read Full »
Answer: 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 pr... Read Full »
I have light spotting without a period. Does that signify pregnancy?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 23 years old and on birth control pills for five years without missing a dose. Usually, I have a pretty regular cycle. Had sex using withdrawal method due to STD free and on the pill. Started a new job (career) as well as ended that relationship, missed a period. At about 10 days ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your history and understand your concern. As you had protected sex, there is almost no chance of pregnancy in your case. Delayed menses and spotting could be due to hormonal imbalance caused by sex. Get your blood beta hCG levels to rule out the p... Read Full »