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Is it normal to miss periods after taking I-pill?

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Dr. Divya Banu M

Published At June 2, 2019
Reviewed AtAugust 17, 2023

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

We had unprotected sex and after that took an I-pill within an hour. After 6 to 7 days, she had spotting for 2 to 3 days. It is almost six days up. There is no clue for periods and she is also suffering from cramp, vomiting and nausea. But we have taken test for almost four times. It is always negative.

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern. As she took emergency contraceptive pill within one hour, the possibility of pregnancy is less. The bleeding she got after 6 to 7 days could be withdrawal bleeding due to emergency contraceptive pill. As she disturbed natural cycle by taking pill, now it may some time for regularization of cycles. And next period may come after one month of spotting. Cramps, nausea may be due to some other causes like infection either vaginal or gastric, renal related, etc. Clinical examination and ultrasound will help in finding out the possible cause of the problem and treatment can be taken accordingly.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

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Dr. Sree Gouri. S. R

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