When to take a pregnancy test after an emergency pill?

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I have read your query and can understand your concern.

It was a smart move to take Unwanted 72 (emergency contraceptive pill), even though there was no penetrative sex. Pre-ejaculate can sometimes contain sperm, so there is always a small risk.

That said, emergency pills are most effective when taken within 72 hours, but they are not 100% reliable.

If your partner usually has regular 28-day cycles, you can take a urine pregnancy test about two days after the missed period. Kits like i-Can (urine pregnancy test device) are easily available at pharmacies and fairly accurate.

However, if her cycles are irregular, a urine test might give a false negative because the timing of ovulation or implantation may be off. In that case, a blood test (serum beta hCG, also known as serum beta-human chorionic gonadotropin) is more reliable and can detect pregnancy earlier.

If the test comes back positive, do not worry. Early pregnancy can be managed medically. An ultrasound will be needed to confirm the pregnancy and rule out complications before starting any treatment.

If the test is negative, a withdrawal bleed should occur soon, which is common after taking emergency contraception.

Tests to consider:

1. Urine pregnancy test.

2. Serum beta hCG blood test.

3. Pelvic ultrasound (only if pregnancy is confirmed).

Possible causes:

1. Early pregnancy.

2. Delay due to emergency contraception.

3. Hormonal imbalance (for example, secondary amenorrhea)

Next steps:

1. If pregnant, medical termination is an option, but an ultrasound is necessary first.

2. If not pregnant: monitor for period within a few days, or consult a doctor for hormonal support if needed.

I hope this answers your query.

Please let me know if I can assist you further.

Thank you.