A period is a segment of the menstrual cycle where a woman bleeds from the vagina for a few days. Periods usually start around 12 years of age, but some girls will start a bit earlier or later. A regular period will develop from the age of 16 to 18.
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When I had sex last time, the condom burst, and I took an emergency pill. Will it affect my periods?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a concern. When I had sex last time, the condom burst at night. Then early morning, I decided to take an emergency contraceptive pill before 12 hours was gone. My period was the next day, but I did not have it. I have had pinkish discharge then and I have mild cramping sometimes... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Since your period was due the next day, chances of getting pregnant are quite slim except in very rare cases. Also, taking the after-pill morning helps with reducing the chances of that. I think you should wait till a week, and if the period does not begin, go to th... Read Full »