Understanding Menstrual Irregularities and Emergency Contraception Effects
Menstrual issues Hello Doctor: I am the person who asked question #208003. Thank you for your response. I apologize if I was unclear in my typing due to nervousness. My menstrual cycle typically occurs at the end of the month. My period in February was from February 20 to Februar...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the bleeding on April 7th is likely related to taking the emergency contraceptive pill, so pregnancy is unlikely. Just monitor the situation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Irregularities and Emergency Contraception Effects
Could I Be Pregnant or Is My Period Just Irregular?
Could it be pregnancy or just a missed period? I would like to know if having unprotected intercourse in the 20s of the month and then taking an emergency contraceptive pill immediately, while my ovulation period is from late April to mid-May, would result in pregnancy or if it w...
Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Hello, it is advisable to practice safe behaviors to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections, while also preventing unintended pregnancies. If you experience a delayed menstrual period, you can take a home pregnancy test or visit a gynecologist for an examination. Than...[Read More] Could I Be Pregnant or Is My Period Just Irregular?
Understanding Ovulation After Emergency Contraceptive Use
Emergency contraception should be taken within two weeks after unprotected intercourse? Hello, doctor. I had my period from March 30 to April 5, and I took the emergency contraceptive pill on April 7. I then had another period from April 12 to April 17. I would like to know if I ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, emergency contraceptive pills can sometimes cause irregular menstruation. However, if no contraceptive measures were taken, it is still recommended to take emergency contraception. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Ovulation After Emergency Contraceptive Use
Will Emergency Contraceptive Pills Affect Your Menstrual Cycle?
Will emergency contraception cause a delay in menstruation? If April 13 is the first day of your menstrual period and April 21 is considered a safe period, but you had unprotected intercourse with ejaculation and took an emergency contraceptive pill within 24 hours, there is a po...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant; just monitor the situation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Will Emergency Contraceptive Pills Affect Your Menstrual Cycle?
Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Can They Prevent Pregnancy After Ovulation?
Emergency contraceptive pill If your menstrual period ended around the 10th of the month and you had unprotected intercourse around the 20th, followed by taking emergency contraception, and then experienced ovulation by the end of the month, there is a possibility of pregnancy. H...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the likelihood of welcome is low, so we will need to observe. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Can They Prevent Pregnancy After Ovulation?
Understanding Abnormal Bleeding Before Menstruation: Causes and Concerns
Abnormal bleeding one week before menstruation? I have been taking emergency contraception daily. On April 19, I had sexual intercourse, and on the morning of April 21, I noticed light pink discharge (unsure if it was menstrual blood). That afternoon, the discharge turned brown, ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you have been taking the emergency contraceptive pill on time, then it is advisable to monitor the situation. If there is no improvement after taking the medication, it is recommended to consult a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Bleeding Before Menstruation: Causes and Concerns
Do Supplements Interact with Emergency Contraceptive Pills?
Do emergency contraceptive pills interact with dietary supplements? Hello, I take the contraceptive pill "Yuezi" every night at 11 PM. After lunch, I take dietary supplements: "Damo Bencao" cranberry probiotics and "Aisimen" coenzyme Q10 complex caps...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it generally does not have an impact. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Do Supplements Interact with Emergency Contraceptive Pills?
Can You Get Pregnant After Taking Menstrual Induction Pills?
I have been taking menstrual induction medication for two days? Because my period is late, I have taken five pregnancy tests, all of which were negative. The doctor prescribed me medication to induce my period (I have one day of medication left). Today, I had unprotected intercou...
Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to practice safe behaviors to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections. This also helps to avoid unintended pregnancies. Emergency contraceptive pills should not be used as a method of post-coital contraception or guarantee 100% effectiveness. I...[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant After Taking Menstrual Induction Pills?
Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Your Questions Answered
Emergency contraceptive pills Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about the birth control pill I have been taking, which is Aivei 28. I started taking it over a year ago, with the first pill taken on April 5. The pills went missing on April 19, and I did not take any for more than...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if there was bleeding on April 22, then start taking the medication from April 26. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Your Questions Answered
Understanding Drug Interactions in Obstetrics: Amoxicillin and Contraceptives
Drug interactions I would like to ask the doctor two questions. I was prescribed Amoxicillin trihydrate and Potassium clavulanate for lymphadenitis on April 10, and I am currently still taking it along with the contraceptive pill, Priligy. I would like to know if there are any in...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the likelihood of the medication affecting you is low. Birth control pills must be taken at the same time every day; when taken correctly, they can achieve a 99% effectiveness in preventing pregnancy. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Zhang[Read More] Understanding Drug Interactions in Obstetrics: Amoxicillin and Contraceptives
Understanding Emergency Contraception: Pregnancy Risk After Unprotected Sex
Emergency contraceptive pill Before engaging in sexual intercourse with my boyfriend, we had less than a minute of touching without penetration. After that, when putting on a condom, I realized it was inside out and did not change it for a new one, just re-wore it. I am unsure if...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the effectiveness of emergency contraceptive pills is not 100%, with a failure rate of about 3%. However, it is still considered a remedial option. It is recommended to check for pregnancy if your period is more than a week late. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr...[Read More] Understanding Emergency Contraception: Pregnancy Risk After Unprotected Sex
Do Late Doses of Emergency Contraceptive Pills Affect Their Effectiveness?
If emergency contraception pills are taken two days late, will they still be effective? Hello, doctor. I took 43 emergency contraceptive pills from March 11 to April 21. I usually take them between 3:30 PM and 7:00 PM, but on April 20 and April 21, I took them quite late, at 11:5...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, contraceptive pills typically come in packs of 21 or 28. I'm not sure why you took 43 pills. The timing of taking the contraceptive pills is not critical as long as you take them consistently either in the morning or at night. Wishing you good health![Read More] Do Late Doses of Emergency Contraceptive Pills Affect Their Effectiveness?
Understanding Contraceptive Effectiveness: Can You Get Pregnant After Day 6?
Contraceptive effectiveness If you start taking the contraceptive pill (Mirelle) on the second day of your period and your period ends on the sixth day, is it possible to get pregnant from intercourse on the sixth day?
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
It is recommended to start taking birth control pills on the first day of your menstrual cycle. If you begin taking the pills after the second day of your period, it is advised to use additional contraceptive measures for the first seven days of pill use. If you do not experience...[Read More] Understanding Contraceptive Effectiveness: Can You Get Pregnant After Day 6?
Understanding Birth Control Pills: Safe Usage and Timing for First-Time Users
Miren® oral contraceptive pill Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you: Today, I received a prescription for "Mirel" contraceptive pills (21 tablets) to regulate my menstrual cycle. This is my first time taking contraceptive pills, and I want to regulate my cycle while a...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the first time you take birth control pills, it is recommended to start on the first day of your menstrual cycle. If you begin taking the pills after the second day of your period, it is advised to use additional contraceptive measures for the first seven days of pill use....[Read More] Understanding Birth Control Pills: Safe Usage and Timing for First-Time Users
Understanding Breast and Abdominal Symptoms After Medication Abortion
Breast issues Hello doctor, I previously had a medical abortion on March 2nd. After a follow-up appointment on March 16th, it was confirmed that everything was cleared. I engaged in sexual intercourse with my partner afterward, using contraception. My first menstrual period start...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, inquirer: The contraceptive effectiveness of condoms and emergency contraceptive pills is not 100%, with failure rates of about 5% and 3%, respectively. Additionally, early pregnancy may not present specific symptoms, and subjective symptoms cannot be used to make a judgme...[Read More] Understanding Breast and Abdominal Symptoms After Medication Abortion
Is Your Period Irregular After Taking Emergency Contraceptive Pills?
Could the irregular menstruation be caused by the emergency contraceptive pill? Hello, doctor. I took the emergency contraceptive pill on October 1st, and then my period started on October 7th. In November, my period was on November 8th, and in December, it was on December 6th. A...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, taking emergency contraceptive pills can sometimes cause irregular menstruation. If you still haven't gotten your period after one to two weeks, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Is Your Period Irregular After Taking Emergency Contraceptive Pills?
Understanding Delayed Periods While on Birth Control Pills
Emergency contraceptive pills - Menstruation has not yet arrived? Hello, I have been taking the Yaz contraceptive pill (24+4) for six months, consistently at 11 PM without missing any doses. My period usually starts on the afternoon of the 29th day, or on the first day of the new...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, Oral contraceptives must be taken at the same time every day, and correct usage can achieve a 99% effectiveness rate in preventing pregnancy. For those using a 28-day pack, if menstruation does not occur during the last 7 days, you can start the next pack immediately. If...[Read More] Understanding Delayed Periods While on Birth Control Pills
Can You Get Pregnant After Taking Emergency Contraceptive Pills?
Can you get pregnant after experiencing post-coital bleeding? I would like to ask the doctor, I took the emergency contraceptive pill on April 5th, and I had bleeding on April 10th. Does this mean that I will not be pregnant?
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the effects of emergency contraception on menstruation can vary; it may not necessarily cause your period to come early or late. Its effectiveness is not 100%, with a failure rate of about 3%, but it is still considered a good backup method. If you are unsure whether the b...[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant After Taking Emergency Contraceptive Pills?
Can You Get Pregnant After Taking Emergency Contraceptive Pills?
Can you get pregnant after having post-coital bleeding? I would like to ask the doctor, I took the emergency contraceptive pill on April 5th, and I had bleeding on April 10th. Does this mean that I will not be pregnant?
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the effects of emergency contraception on menstruation can vary; it may cause your period to come earlier or later. Its contraceptive effectiveness is not 100%, with a failure rate of about 3%. However, it is still considered a good backup option. If you are unsure whether...[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant After Taking Emergency Contraceptive Pills?
Switching Birth Control Pills: Do You Need a Break Between Packs?
Contraceptive pill issues? If you switch to a contraceptive pill with the same dosage (from Marvelon to Alesse), do you need to take a 7-day break after finishing the first pack, or can you start the next pack immediately? Thank you, doctor.
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, you can start taking it from the first day of your menstrual period. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Chang[Read More] Switching Birth Control Pills: Do You Need a Break Between Packs?