Can You Get Pregnant If a Condom Gets Stuck During Period?

On the second day of menstruation, during sexual intercourse, the condom got stuck at the vaginal opening?

Hello doctor, my menstrual period started on March 27 (last month it started on February 27).
Today, on April 2, I had sexual intercourse with my partner, and we used a condom throughout the act.
However, we discovered that about one-third of the condom was accidentally left inside my vagina.
This was the third time we had intercourse today, and my boyfriend's ejaculation appeared to be minimal.
He immediately removed the condom and performed a water test, which showed that it was not broken.
I also went to the bathroom to wash my external genitalia with clean water.
I would like to ask if this could result in pregnancy.
Thank you.

Amy, 20~29 year old female. Ask Date: 2021/04/02

Dr. Huang Zifei reply Obstetrics and Gynecology

Dear Amy,
Although the sexual activity occurred during the safe period, if you have any concerns, it is still recommended to take emergency contraception within three days.
If you miss that window, please pay attention to the timing of your next menstrual period.
If it is delayed by a week, remember to take a pregnancy test.
If you have any other questions, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist.

Dr.
Huang Zifei, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nantou Hospital

Reply Date: 2021/04/02

More Info

When it comes to the question of whether you can get pregnant if a condom gets stuck during your period, there are several factors to consider. First, let's clarify the situation: you had your period starting on March 27, and you engaged in sexual activity on April 2, during which the condom partially remained inside your vagina. Your boyfriend did not notice any visible breakage of the condom, and you took immediate steps to remove it and clean yourself.

To address your concern, it is important to understand the timing of ovulation in relation to your menstrual cycle. The average menstrual cycle lasts about 28 days, but it can vary from person to person. Ovulation typically occurs around 14 days before the start of your next period. If your cycle is regular and you have a 28-day cycle, ovulation would likely occur around day 14, which would be around April 10 in your case. Since you had sexual intercourse on April 2, this is still relatively close to your ovulation window, but it is also during your menstrual period.

Now, regarding the condom: if it did not break and was only partially inside you, the risk of pregnancy is significantly reduced. Condoms are designed to prevent sperm from entering the vagina, and if it was intact, it should have effectively prevented sperm from reaching the egg. However, there is still a slight risk of sperm being present in pre-ejaculate fluid, which can occur before ejaculation, but this risk is generally low.

Additionally, cleaning the external genital area after the incident is a good practice for hygiene, but it does not affect the likelihood of pregnancy since sperm that may have been deposited inside the vagina cannot be removed by washing.

In summary, while there is a small risk of pregnancy due to the timing of your sexual activity and the potential for pre-ejaculate fluid, the fact that the condom did not break and you took immediate action to remove it reduces this risk significantly. If you are still concerned about the possibility of pregnancy, you may consider taking a home pregnancy test a few weeks after the incident or consulting with a healthcare provider for further advice.

It is also worth noting that if you are actively trying to avoid pregnancy, consider discussing additional contraceptive methods with your healthcare provider. Options such as hormonal birth control, intrauterine devices (IUDs), or emergency contraception (if within the appropriate time frame) can provide added security against unintended pregnancy.

In conclusion, while the risk of pregnancy in your situation is low, it is always best to consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice and to address any further concerns you may have regarding your reproductive health.

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