Can You Get Pregnant During the Break After Birth Control Pills?
Possibility of Pregnancy During the Break Period of Birth Control Pills Hello, doctor. I have been taking the oral contraceptive pill for six months, specifically the brand "Yaz." Today, December 18, I have taken 26 pills and have 2 white pills left. On December 18, I h...
Dr. Cai Yonglong Reply:
Your situation indicates a 99% chance of not becoming pregnant.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant During the Break After Birth Control Pills?
Impact of Birth Control Pills on Gastroenteritis: Risks and Concerns
Birth control pills and medications for gastroenteritis? I have been taking birth control pills for seven months consistently. I usually start taking them on the fourth day of my period, but this month I started on the fifth day. Will this affect their effectiveness? My period st...
Dr. Huang Zifei Reply:
Dear Jiajia, It is acceptable to start taking the oral contraceptive pill on the fifth day; however, the presence of other medications may affect its concentration in the bloodstream. In such cases, it is advisable to use dual contraception, which means taking the oral contracep...[Read More] Impact of Birth Control Pills on Gastroenteritis: Risks and Concerns
Understanding Emergency Contraception and Birth Control Pills: Key Insights
Pre- and post-meal consumption? (1) I started taking the oral contraceptive pill this month, and on the fifth day, the condom broke. I took the emergency contraceptive pill. My gynecologist told me to use condoms for 14 days. I would like to ask the doctor if I can have unprotect...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, taking birth control pills regularly as prescribed will provide effective contraception. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Emergency Contraception and Birth Control Pills: Key Insights
Can I Get Pregnant After Missing a Birth Control Pill?
Can I get pregnant? Hello doctor, I have been taking Qlaira for two months, and this month is my third month. However, I missed the last pill of the second month, which caused my period to start that day (from November 23 to November 28). I stopped for 7 days and resumed taking t...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, Your inquiry is addressed as follows: Each type of combined oral contraceptive pill (COC) has a different number of tablets in its formulation, and it is important to take the contraceptive pills as directed. If you forget to take a pill, you should take it as soon as yo...[Read More] Can I Get Pregnant After Missing a Birth Control Pill?
Can Missing a Birth Control Pill Lead to Pregnancy Risks?
Is it possible to get pregnant? I have been taking the oral contraceptive pill for four months, consistently at 9 to 10 PM. I started this month's first pill on December 3rd, but I forgot to take the pill on the night of December 5th (Saturday). I remembered to take it at 8 ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can Missing a Birth Control Pill Lead to Pregnancy Risks?
Impact of Delayed Birth Control Pill on Effectiveness and Safety
Taking the contraceptive pill late on the 8th day of the pill-free interval? Hello, doctor. I have been taking the oral contraceptive pill for 11 months, usually starting on the fourth night of my menstrual period (on the eighth day of the pill-free interval). I was supposed to t...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is effective for contraception and does not require other contraceptive methods. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Impact of Delayed Birth Control Pill on Effectiveness and Safety
Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Your Questions Answered
Emergency contraceptive pills I have been taking oral contraceptive pills for over two years. My menstrual period was from September 1 to September 4, and then from October 24 to October 25. I took the contraceptive pills from November 1 to November 14, but I temporarily stopped ...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
1. The effectiveness cannot be assessed if the medication is not taken as directed. 2. For pregnancy concerns, please perform a home pregnancy test or consult a gynecologist for evaluation four weeks after sexual intercourse.[Read More] Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Your Questions Answered
Missed Birth Control Pill: What to Do and Next Steps Explained
Missed a dose of the contraceptive pill? Hello, doctor. I have been taking the oral contraceptive pill (Yaz) for six months, usually at 10 PM. This month, on day 17 of my cycle (November 27), I missed a pill. I realized it the next evening at 8 PM (November 28) and took it then, ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you can just take the supplements as mentioned, and continue with your usual eating habits. Wishing you good health![Read More] Missed Birth Control Pill: What to Do and Next Steps Explained
Understanding Breakthrough Bleeding on Birth Control Pills: What You Need to Know
Emergency contraceptive pills and secretions? I have been taking the oral contraceptive pill (Mirean) for the third month. My period started on November 13 and ended on November 17-18. I began taking the third pack of pills on the fifth day. On November 23, I had sexual intercour...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, that may not be the case. It is possible that the dosage of the birth control pill is insufficient. I recommend trying a different type of birth control pill. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Breakthrough Bleeding on Birth Control Pills: What You Need to Know
Understanding Breakthrough Bleeding While on Birth Control Pills
Emergency contraceptive pills and secretions? I have been taking the oral contraceptive pill (Mirean) for the third month. My period started on November 13 and ended on November 17-18. I began taking the third pack of pills on the fifth day. On November 23, I had sexual intercour...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, taking birth control pills should prevent ovulation. It is recommended to consult a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Breakthrough Bleeding While on Birth Control Pills
Can You Have Sex After Stopping Emergency Contraceptive Pills?
Emergency contraceptive pill After taking the oral contraceptive pill (such as Qlaira) continuously for 30 days, it is generally safe to engage in sexual intercourse during the pill-free interval. If you started taking the pill on October 23 and stopped on November 21, you can ha...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should be possible. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Have Sex After Stopping Emergency Contraceptive Pills?
Understanding the Risks of Taking Emergency Contraceptive Pills
Emergency contraceptive pill Your girlfriend took Clomiphene citrate for the first time, but she started taking it 10 days before her period, rather than on the first day of her cycle. Additionally, her period has not yet arrived after taking the medication, and there was unprote...
Dr. Huang Zifei Reply:
Dear Anonymous, It is recommended to start taking the oral contraceptive pill on days 1 to 5 of your menstrual cycle. The effectiveness of the contraceptive pill may delay your period, which could pose a risk of pregnancy. If your period does not occur for more than a week afte...[Read More] Understanding the Risks of Taking Emergency Contraceptive Pills
Understanding Birth Control Pills: Timing and Effectiveness Concerns
Contraceptive pill issues? Hello Doctor, this is my first time taking oral contraceptive pills (Alesse). I started taking the first pill on the fifth day of my menstrual cycle, but I missed it and took it the next day at around 12:00 AM (which is early the sixth day). I was a few...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, For first-time users of oral contraceptives, it is recommended to start taking the pills on the first day of your menstrual cycle. If you begin taking the pills after the second day of your period, it is advisable to use additional contraceptive measures for the first se...[Read More] Understanding Birth Control Pills: Timing and Effectiveness Concerns
Missed Birth Control Pills: What You Need to Know for Effective Protection
Missed birth control pill? Hello doctor, I have been taking Yaz 28 (24+4) oral contraceptive pills regularly since June of this year. Today, on November 11th, I realized that I missed a dose yesterday, so I took two pills at once (including today's dose). However, since I am...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, this way of taking it should provide contraceptive effects. You should start taking the next pack of birth control pills on the fifth day of your next menstrual period. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Missed Birth Control Pills: What You Need to Know for Effective Protection
Does Taking Birth Control Pills Late Affect Their Effectiveness?
Taking a new pack of birth control pills late? Hello, doctor. I am currently taking the third pack of my oral contraceptive pills, and I usually take them at 11 PM. Yesterday was the first pill of the third pack, but I remembered to take it at 2 AM. Today, I took the second pill ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it generally does not have an impact; taking it provides contraceptive effects. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Does Taking Birth Control Pills Late Affect Their Effectiveness?
Can You Get Pregnant After Missing a Birth Control Pill?
Can I get pregnant? Your girlfriend has taken five packs of oral contraceptive pills and resumed taking the sixth pack after a 7-day break. She forgot to take the fourth pill and took two pills the next day. Will this still provide contraceptive effectiveness? Should she use addi...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should not be necessary. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant After Missing a Birth Control Pill?
Understanding Birth Control Pills: Missed Doses and Pregnancy Risks
Issues with Taking Birth Control Pills I started taking the oral contraceptive pill, Yejih, on September 11 (first time using it). I forgot to take the penultimate pill, and after researching online, I found that I could stop the medication and start a new pack seven days later, ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the situation you described can be managed in this way. Combined oral contraceptives (COCs) 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 Birth Control Pills: Missed Doses and Pregnancy Risks
Can I Get Pregnant After Missing Birth Control Pills?
Can I get pregnant? I took my first dose of the oral contraceptive pill (Marvelon, a 21-day cycle) on September 20. My period started on October 16, and I began taking the second dose on October 20. On October 23, my boyfriend ejaculated inside me without a condom. What is the li...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the situation you described can be managed in this way. Combined oral contraceptives (COCs) 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 safety and good health. Dr. Zhan...[Read More] Can I Get Pregnant After Missing Birth Control Pills?
Long-Term Use of Oral Contraceptives: Hair Loss and Health Concerns
Oral contraceptives Hello, I would like to ask if taking oral contraceptives for nearly two years can cause hair loss. I am currently taking Alesse, and do you have any recommendations for contraceptive pills that do not cause hair loss? Also, could it lead to elevated platelet l...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the common side effects of contraceptive pills include: headaches, dizziness, heavy or irregular menstrual bleeding, nausea, vomiting, edema, increased cervical mucus, cervical hypertrophy, increased appetite, weight gain, skin itching, acne, fatigue, depression, flushing,...[Read More] Long-Term Use of Oral Contraceptives: Hair Loss and Health Concerns
Understanding Brown Discharge While Taking Emergency Contraceptive Pills
If you are experiencing brown discharge while still taking your emergency contraceptive pill, it may be a sign of breakthrough bleeding, which can occur due to hormonal fluctuations. It is advisable to monitor the situation and consult with a healthcare professional if you have a...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
Normal, for more details, please refer to the medication insert.[Read More] Understanding Brown Discharge While Taking Emergency Contraceptive Pills