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Unprotected Sex

Unprotected sex is the act of having sexual intercourse without using protection in the form of a condom. It is considered unsafe due to the risk of transmission of sexually transmitted diseases (STD) it carries.

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Is it good to take I-pill after having unprotected sex?

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 19 year old girl. I had unprotected sex. My last periods was before two months and still I have not got any. Is there a chance of pregnancy? I have had i-pill twice last year in a gap of 6 months. My periods are sometimes a day or two late. But, I am really worried as I really cann...  Read Full »


Dr. Megha Tuli

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I totally understand your situation. Handling an unwanted pregnancy can be very stressful. As you had unprotected intercourse within the safe time of your cycle, it is very unlikely that you might be pregnant. If you still have a doubt then get a home pregnancy test kit...  Read Full »

I took Unwanted 72 after unprotected sex. Will it work?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 36 years old and had unprotected sex with my husband on 18th at night. Although he pulled out we are suspecting pregnancy as there can be 1 % chance of ejaculation. I had my last period on the 7th and usually, I get my periods one to three days before the expected time. I took Unw...  Read Full »


Dr. Megha Tuli

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. In your case, the unprotected intercourse took place at a very fertile time and the delayed intake of Unwanted 72 might render the pill useless. It is highly possible that you still might get pregnant despite the pill. However, the symptoms of back pain and stomach c...  Read Full »

I had unprotected sex. Will I get pregnant?

Query: Hi doctor, I had unprotected sex on the third day of my periods while I was still bleeding. Within an hour I took an emergency contraceptive pill as well. Is it safe or will I be a pregnant? Please explain me.  Read Full »


Dr. Megha Tuli

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is very unlikely to get pregnant while on period.There is no need of emergency contraceptive pill. But, now that 1 % chance is also out of the question. Do not worry, you are safe. But there is a possibility that you might get irregular periods for the next two to th...  Read Full »

Can sex on fourth day of period cause pregnancy?

Query: Hello doctor, I had sex on the fourth day of my period. Intercourse (just for a few minutes) but ejaculate outside. During sex, I was still bleeding. My cycle is usually around 27 to 30 days. The latest cycles were 30, 30, 28, and 27. Is there any chance that I will get impregnated? Also, I did not ...  Read Full »


Dr. Megha Tuli

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Periods is the safest time to have unprotected intercourse whereas pregnancy is concerned. It is highly unlikely to conceive during periods. There is no need of taking Plan B in such case. So do not worry.   Read Full »

Can unprotected sex during period cause pregnancy?

Query: Hi doctor, I had unprotected sex on the second day of my period. My partner did not discharge. Can I get pregnant?  Read Full »


Dr. Megha Tuli

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query. It is highly impossible to get pregnant due to unprotected intercourse during your period. Endometrium of the uterus is not habitable for a conception during this condition and hence pregnancy is not possible at this time.   Read Full »

What are the causes of bleeding after taking contraceptive pill?

Query: Hi doctor, I had unprotected sex on the fourth day of my periods and I took a contraceptive pill within half an hour. Now, I am bleeding after seven days from the day I had taken the pill. Are there any chances of pregnancy? Please explain me.  Read Full »


Dr. Megha Tuli

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The extra bleeding could be due to the pill. However, it would depend on the pill you took. If you have taken an emergency contraceptive pill, then yes, that would be the reason of excessive bleeding. However, if you have taken a normal contraceptive pill, then it w...  Read Full »

Can Deviry be used to get periods?

Query: Hi doctor, I had unprotected sex with my husband after five days of my last periods and took an i-pill immediately. I did not get my periods yet and my two home pregnancy tests were negative. My periods are always regular prior to this. I am under regular medication of Eltroxin 100 mcg. Please help ...  Read Full »


Dr. Megha Tuli

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Sometimes, hormonal disturbances can also cause delay in periods. Since your pregnancy test came negative, you can be fairly sure that you are not pregnant. I suggest you to wait for a week and still if you have no periods then let me know. We will start you on medicine ...  Read Full »

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