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I am breastfeeding. Is taking an I-pill safe?
Query: Hi doctor, Is I-pill safe while breastfeeding? If not, then what are the alternative measures? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, if you want to use it as an emergency contraceptive, then it is safe during breastfeeding. You can take, but the best contraceptive during breastfeeding is copper-T insertion (intrauterine contraceptive device). Read Full »
Should she take I-pill if condom leaked before penetration?
Query: Hello doctor,My partner and I tried to have sex for the first time. We are both virgins. I had put on a condom, but I ejaculated before penetrating her, and the condom leaked. A few drops fell on her vagina from the outside. Will there be any problem? Should she take an I-pill? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If you do not want to take any chances, then she should take an I-pill (emergency contraceptive pill) within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse. Read Full »
Does unprotected sex with my wife after the child's delivery suggest a pregnancy?
Query: Hello doctor, My wife delivered a baby on the 8th of last month. On the 13th of this month, we had unprotected intercourse. The delivery was a normal delivery. My baby was formula-fed for the first two days as my wife did not have milk and now, is completely on breastfeed. Is it possible that she co... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. During the first few weeks after delivery, ovulation is unpredictable. Ideally, until six weeks there is no chance of pregnancy, but only if totally breastfed. I suggest she get a serum beta hCG test done. Read Full »
Should I take contraceptive pills even after attaining menopause ten years back?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 61 year old female. My last period was more than 10 years ago. I was confirmed menopausal by a blood test taken back then. Do I need to take any contraception in the rare case of my having an intercourse? I have heard of older women, well past the menopausal age, getting pregnan... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is nil chance of pregnancy. Do not worry. Please do not take any hormonal pills as they may harm you. Read Full »