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Having spotting after emergency contraceptive pill. Is there anything to worry?

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Hello doctor,

I have been sexually active for the past four months. We initially did not use protection, in order to avoid pregnancy I have used emergency contraceptive pills for a few times now. My periods got delayed by a day or two but with no major changes in the cycle. Last month I found spotting around the time of ovulation and assumed that it was a sign for fertility. This month again I found spotting but it is a little severe. It is not much as during periods but still more than just spotting. Is there anything to worry?
Answered by Dr. Sanjay Kumar Bhattacharyya

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Dr. Sanjay Kumar Bhattacharyya is a trusted Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health, pregnancy care, childbirth, and postpartum management. His expertise covers the treatment of conditions related to the uterus, ovaries, breasts, and overall gynecological wellness. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, Dr. Bhattacharyya provides personalized care and guidance, ensuring comprehensive solutions for maternal health and gynecological concerns across all stages of a woman’s life.

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Hi,

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First of all, this is not acceptable if you take I-pill frequently. As these pills are of high hormonal content, it can mess up your internal hormonal balance. So, you may have these types of few abnormal bleeding for the following few weeks. Now, the intermenstrual bleeding or spotting might be due to ovulation itself and does not warrant any treatment. I suggest you to start regular contraceptive pills from the first day of your next cycle onwards. It will help you not only for protection but also for regularization of cycle.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At May 12, 2016
Reviewed At February 11, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sanjay Kumar Bhattacharyya is a trusted Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health, pregnancy care, childbirth, and postpartum management. His expertise covers the treatment of conditions related to the uterus, ovaries, breasts, and overall gynecological wellness. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, Dr. Bhattacharyya provides personalized care and guidance, ensuring comprehensive solutions for maternal health and gynecological concerns across all stages of a woman’s life.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sanjay Kumar Bhattacharyya is a trusted Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health, pregnancy care, childbirth, and postpartum management. His expertise covers the treatment of conditions related to the uterus, ovaries, breasts, and overall gynecological wellness. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, Dr. Bhattacharyya provides personalized care and guidance, ensuring comprehensive solutions for maternal health and gynecological concerns across all stages of a woman’s life.

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