Contraceptive pill, Obstetrics and Gynecology FAQ - Page 9

If you have taken emergency contraceptive pills, do you still need to take post-coital contraception? On March 17, the first day of my menstrual period, I took the emergency contraceptive pill (Ella) on the fifth day (March 21), usually around bedtime (around 9 PM). I forgot to t...

The interaction between aesthetics and food? Hello doctor, I would like to ask if taking emergency contraceptive pills could interact with garlic and reduce the effectiveness of the contraceptive, leading to a risk of pregnancy? I had garlic chicken hot pot, but I only consumed t...

Does stopping the use of emergency contraceptive pills delay ovulation? Hello, doctor. I finished my last pack of oral contraceptives at the end of February, and my period came as expected. However, I decided to take a break from the medication and did not start the next pack, es...

Taking premedication late? My girlfriend started taking the birth control pill two weeks after her period ended. After taking it for nine consecutive days, there was one instance of ejaculation inside her, but she took the emergency contraceptive pill the next day. Will the birth...

Anal intercourse on the day of ovulation? Hello, my menstrual cycle has been quite regular. This month, my period started on March 8, and yesterday, March 22, was the day of ovulation. I had unprotected anal intercourse with my boyfriend, but there were a few times when he accide...

Preventive Medicine Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if I can go for a gynecological examination to check for pregnancy after sexual intercourse. The intercourse was about three days ago. Also, can I purchase emergency contraception or preemptive contraceptive pills?

How to delay your period using oral contraceptives? Hello Doctor: I took the emergency contraceptive for the first time on March 17, which was the first day of my menstrual period. My period usually comes 3-5 days earlier or later each month. Since I am worried that my period mig...

Emergency contraceptive pill It is not uncommon for menstrual cycles to be irregular after taking emergency contraception. Experiencing some bleeding a week after taking the pill can occur, but if you have not had your period for over a month, it may be advisable to take a pregna...

Taking a medication for erectile dysfunction followed by emergency contraception can lead to contraceptive failure? Hello Dr. Tsao, thank you for taking the time to help me with my concerns. Here’s the situation: about a week ago, I took a medication for menstrual regulation (Lym...

Emergency contraceptive pill consultation Hello, doctor. I saw online that Ella (ulipristal acetate) has a 98% success rate if taken within 120 hours. However, if it is taken after 24 to 48 hours, does the success rate decrease significantly? I would appreciate your clarification...

Menstruation occurs the day after taking emergency contraception? Hello Doctor: On March 9th at 6 PM, I had my first sexual intercourse (it was my first time). The next two times were at midnight and on March 10th at 10 AM. All three times, we used condoms, and I ejaculated insid...

Emergency contraceptive pill Hello, I have been taking oral contraceptive pills for 5 years, and recently I want to take them continuously without interruption because I don't want to have my period. However, I personally notice a significant increase in appetite and irritab...

Is there a liquid form of emergency contraceptive pill? I heard that a friend bought liquid contraceptive pills at the pharmacy because they were afraid to take pills. I would like to know if there are liquid contraceptive options available. Thank you.

Probability of Pregnancy Today (March 11) at 6 PM, I had sexual intercourse with my girlfriend. Initially, we did not use any form of contraception, and there were a couple of thrusts before we decided to use a condom for the rest of the intercourse. I ejaculated inside the condo...

I would like to know if I need to go to the clinic for a blood test? On the night of February 16th, there was unprotected intercourse with ejaculation inside, followed by unprotected external ejaculation on February 17th. On February 18th, I purchased and took the second-generati...

I would like to know if I need to visit a clinic for a pregnancy test? You had your menstrual period on January 8, February 13, and had unprotected intercourse with ejaculation on February 16. You took the emergency contraceptive pill, Ella, on the evening of February 18. On Marc...

Taking erectile dysfunction medication? My girlfriend took emergency contraceptive pills on February 28 and 29, but she hasn't taken any since then because she went abroad to travel. We had sexual intercourse during that time, and now her period hasn't arrived yet. Is i...

Can hormonal contraceptives be used to improve conditions like adenomyosis and ovarian cysts? Hello Doctor, currently my symptoms include: palpitations, rapid heartbeat, chest tightness, anxiety, chills, insomnia, tinnitus, gastroenteritis, and night sweats waking me up with feve...

How to take emergency contraceptive pills? Hello doctor, if I am planning to have sexual intercourse in two weeks but my period has not arrived yet (it is expected in one week), can I continue taking the emergency contraceptive pill without having my period? If so, will I have co...

If you are regularly taking medication and want to inquire about methods to induce or delay menstruation, please consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice and safe options? Hello Doctor, I am currently taking a pack of 21 oral contraceptive pills (Mirelle) an...