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My partner took an I-pill after unprotected sex. Is she safe?
Query: Hello doctor, My partner took the I-pill within two hours of unprotected sex. Is there any more risk? And also her periods are due at this point of time. So, will she have her periods this month? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you have taken the emergency pill within 72 hours of intercourse, there is no chance of pregnancy. So relax and do not worry. However, if you have a doubt then get back to me. Take care. Read Full »
Up to how many weeks into pregnancy is abortion possible?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 25 year old unmarried girl. I am curious to know about the various options for abortions (medical and surgical) and up to how many days they can be done. I tried to look online but, I got several different answers. So, I thought of asking a doctor about it. Also, I want to know ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The medical or chemical termination of pregnancy is safe and effective until 10 weeks. If it is beyond 12 weeks, surgical procedures may be required. If you take an emergency contraceptive pill within 72 hours of intercourse, there is no chance of a pregnancy. They ... Read Full »
Can I take an I-pill after three days of unprotected sex?
Query: Hi doctor, I had unprotected sex and taken a pill after the sex. I did not get any bleeding after taking a pill. Then, I had unprotected sex again after six days. Shall I take Unwanted 72 today that is, after three days of last unprotected sex? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If you have not crossed 72 hours of intercourse, then please take an emergency contraceptive pill. However, if you have already crossed 72 hours of intercourse, then there is no help for taking the medication. In case of doubt, you can get a urine pregnancy test done wi... Read Full »
Sex after abortion cause pregnancy
Query: Hello doctor, I recently had a vacuum abortion in the first trimester three days ago and just had sexual intercourse two days later. Currently, I am on my last day of antibiotics given by the hospital and will start on Microgynon tomorrow. I am afraid of getting pregnant again. Do I have to immediat... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you just had an abortion, there is no chance of pregnancy because there is no ovulation happening during this period. So relax and do not worry. You need not take any medication, but be very careful next time. Read Full »
How can I avoid a chance of getting pregnant?
Query: Hello doctor, I had unsafe sex with my partner on the 21st. My menstrual cycles for the last three months have been as follows: 18th, 13th, and 9th. I usually have four to five days of bleeding. Is there any possibility of getting pregnant? How could I avoid this chance of getting pregnant? Can I us... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. From day 1 to 10 of the period, it is a safe period. There is no chance of pregnancy as there is no ovulation happening during this period. From day 12 to 24, it is a fertile period and there are high chances of pregnancy. Since you have not crossed 72 hours of inter... Read Full »
Took post-sex pill. Why do I get withdrawal bleeding later?
Query: Hello doctor,I had sexual intercourse two months before and took a contraceptive pill two to three hours after the intercourse. I experienced bleeding a week after the intercourse continuously for three days. My menstrual cycle usually starts in the mid of every month. But it has been two weeks sinc... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Since you have taken the emergency pill within 72 hours of intercourse, there are no chances of pregnancy. You can expect a bit early or delayed periods because of the hormonal changes due to the pill you have taken... Read Full »
Took emergency contraceptive pill after sex and had bleeding. Why is the period delayed now?
Query: Hi doctor, My fiancee and I had an unprotected sex two months back, and after 3 to 4 hours, she took an emergency contraceptive. Her last period started three months back, and she took the pill (Unwanted 72) on the sam day after sex in 3 to 4 hours. I did ejaculated outside. After 7 to 8 days of ta... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you have taken emergency pill within 72 hours of intercourse, there is no chance of pregnancy. The delay could be because of hormonal changes due to the pill you have taken. There is nothing to worry about. However, if you have a doubt, then get back to me. Take care... Read Full »
Is withdrawal bleeding necessary after taking the Unwanted 72 pill?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 25 year old female. I did not have any withdrawal bleeding. It has been two days since I took Unwanted 72. I took it within an hour of having unprotected sex. Is withdrawal bleeding necessary after taking the pill? Please advise me as I am concerned. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you have taken an emergency contraceptive pill within 72 hours of intercourse, there is no chance of a pregnancy. You can have the withdrawal bleeding within a week to 10 days of taking it or you may have your periods a little early. So relax and do not worry. ... Read Full »