Can contraceptive pills cause delayed periods in a woman, despite getting a negative pregnancy test?

Question

Hi doctor,

I took an I-pill after three hours of sex (not penetrative intercourse, just fingering, but fingers might have precum). I had normal periods last month. However, this month my period did not come. My normal cycle is around 29 to 30 days. Did a urine pregnancy test twice, and the result was negative. So I am panicking because my period is not coming. Please suggest something.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have gone through your history and understand your concerns.

As you have periods at your time of period date, there is no chance of pregnancy in your case. Withdrawal bleeding is only a side effect of the I-pill (Levonorgestrel). It happens due to the sudden withdrawal of hormones from your body. So it does not necessarily happen to everyone. You may have menstrual irregularities in your case, which could be due to hormonal imbalance caused by an I-pill (Levonorgestrel). That is why it is a little unpredictable when you receive your next period. You may get it on time or delayed by seven to ten days. As you took the pill on time (within 24 hours), there is almost no chance of pregnancy in your case.

Thank you.

Answer 2

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I have gone through your history and understand your concerns.

Yes, it is true. You also have a delay in your second period.

Period delay may be there for three months.

Drink a lot of green tea.

Thank you.