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Understanding Post-Pill Bleeding: Is It Your Period or Not?

Regarding bleeding after taking emergency contraception? The last menstrual period was from March 21 to March 28. On April 1, I had sexual intercourse, and the condom broke. I took the emergency contraceptive pill (one tablet) within an hour, and I did not experience any vomiting...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the effectiveness of emergency contraceptive pills taken within 72 hours after intercourse is approximately 97%, but it is not 100%, with a failure rate of about 3%. Additionally, the impact of emergency contraceptive pills on menstruation can vary; it may not necessarily ...

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Post-Intercourse Contraceptive Use: Am I at Risk of Pregnancy?

After having intercourse, I took emergency contraception, and my period came? Hello doctor, I had intimate contact with my girlfriend where I briefly inserted my penis into her vagina for about 1 to 2 seconds without using a condom. There was a small amount of secretion on the gl...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: Vaginal bleeding is not always indicative of menstruation; some individuals may mistake early pregnancy bleeding for their period. Additionally, the efficacy of emergency contraception is not 100%, with a failure rate of about 3%. It is advisable to consult...

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Understanding Post-Pill Bleeding: Is It Pregnancy or Side Effects?

Bleeding after taking emergency contraceptive pills? My menstrual cycle is quite regular. My last period started on March 23. I had unprotected intercourse on March 26 and protected intercourse on March 27 (both times while still having menstrual bleeding). Next week, on March 31...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, emergency contraceptive pills can sometimes cause irregular menstruation. It is best to use preventive measures beforehand. If your period is more than a week late, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Menstrual Cramps: Is It Period Pain or Early Pregnancy?

Menstrual cramps I had my period on February 11 and had unprotected sexual intercourse on February 21, but it was only for a few thrusts and I withdrew without ejaculation. I took emergency contraception within 48 hours. On March 12, a pregnancy test showed one line, and on March...


Dr. Tian Yiwen Reply:
If there is abnormal abdominal pain, it is recommended to go directly to the obstetrics and gynecology department for an examination. If the last sexual intercourse was on February 21 and a pregnancy test on March 12 shows only one line, the chances of pregnancy are low.

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Can You Get Pregnant If a Condom Breaks Before Your Period?

Condom breakage? If intercourse occurred tonight and the condom broke but ejaculation did not happen, and then menstruation started in the early morning, the likelihood of pregnancy is very low. Menstruation typically indicates that ovulation has already occurred and the egg has ...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: Vaginal bleeding is not always indicative of menstruation; some individuals may mistake early pregnancy bleeding for their period. It is not possible to determine whether one is pregnant based solely on subjective symptoms. Therefore, if you are uncertain w...

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Understanding Post-Coital Contraception and Pregnancy Risks

Emergency contraception, having intercourse again after contraception? I would like to ask, a few days ago, my girlfriend and I had intercourse, and the condom broke, resulting in ejaculation inside her. She took emergency contraception, and a few days later, her period started. ...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: Vaginal bleeding is not always indicative of menstruation; some individuals may mistake early pregnancy bleeding for their period. It is not possible to determine whether one is pregnant based solely on subjective symptoms. Therefore, if you are uncertain w...

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Does Abortion Pill Affect Future Fertility? Understanding Your Concerns

Will abortion pills affect future fertility? Hello doctor, I was pregnant twice around the age of 20 and underwent a medical abortion at six weeks in an obstetrics and gynecology clinic. I would like to know if this will affect my chances of getting pregnant in the future. I plan...


Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
Medication-induced abortion typically does not affect future pregnancies, unless there are other complications at the time, such as inflammation or adhesions. It is advisable to first take a urine pregnancy test or consult a gynecologist for examination.

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Can You Get Pregnant If You Have Your Period? Understanding the Possibilities

Pregnancy issues Doctor, is it still possible to get pregnant while having your period? Some people say that initially, they had their period and were not pregnant, but later during a follow-up visit, they were told they were pregnant. Is this possible?


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy are low. Sometimes there may be bleeding that is mistaken for menstruation, but it could actually be early pregnancy bleeding. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Post-Pill Irregularities: Pregnancy Risks and Cycle Management

Emergency contraceptive pill On January 14, the condom accidentally broke, and I took emergency contraception. My period came on the 21st, but it was very light and only lasted for 3 days. On the 28th, I felt like my period was coming again, so I went to see a doctor. The doctor ...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: Vaginal bleeding is not always indicative of menstruation; some individuals may mistake early pregnancy bleeding for their period. It is not possible to determine whether one is pregnant based solely on subjective symptoms. Therefore, if you are uncertain w...

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Understanding Uterine Contraction Medications After Incomplete Miscarriage

Incomplete miscarriage requires the use of uterotonics? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing bleeding since the early stages of my pregnancy, and it has been almost a week. The bleeding has increased, and there are many large blood clots. I went to see an obstetrician today, an...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: It is difficult to determine whether it is a miscarriage or early pregnancy bleeding based on the wording. If it is an incomplete miscarriage, a doctor should check to see if the miscarriage is complete and decide whether to use medication or surgical treat...

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Brown Discharge: Menstrual Sign or Early Pregnancy Indicator?

Is it menstruation or pregnancy? Brown discharge can be a sign that your period is approaching, but it can also indicate early pregnancy bleeding. You had unprotected intercourse on January 13, and your last menstrual period was from January 5 to January 9. Since your period has ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy are low; it could be a sign that your period is approaching. It is recommended to take proper contraceptive measures before engaging in sexual activity and not to rely on the safe period. If your period is more than 1 to 2 weeks late, it is advisab...

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Can Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Indicate No Pregnancy?

Pregnancy and Menstruation Having two consecutive months of menstruation with heavy bleeding does not necessarily mean that you are not pregnant. It is important to consider that some women may experience bleeding during early pregnancy, which can be mistaken for a menstrual peri...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, if you are certain that you are experiencing a normal menstrual period, then you should not be pregnant. However, vaginal bleeding is not always indicative of menstruation; some individuals may mistake early pregnancy bleeding for a period. It is not possible to determine ...

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Is It Menstruation or Bleeding? Understanding Your Symptoms

Unsure if it's menstruation or bleeding? I had my first sexual intercourse with my boyfriend on December 31st, and we used a condom. However, since that day, I have been experiencing menstruation, and as of today, January 12th, I am still having it. I'm unsure if this i...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: Vaginal bleeding is not always indicative of menstruation; some individuals may mistake early pregnancy bleeding for their period. It is not possible to determine whether one is pregnant based solely on subjective symptoms. Therefore, if you are uncertain w...

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Understanding Post-Intercourse Bleeding: What You Need to Know

After the first sexual intercourse I apologize for any confusion in my previous question. On December 31st, I did not have my period, but immediately after, I started to experience some bleeding. However, it was not very heavy; the amount was minimal, and it remained light until ...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: Vaginal bleeding is not always indicative of menstruation; some individuals may mistakenly interpret early pregnancy bleeding as a period. It is not possible to determine whether one is pregnant based solely on subjective symptoms. Therefore, if you are unc...

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Am I Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Concerns After Unprotected Sex

Could I be pregnant...? Hello, I had sexual intercourse on November 29, and the male partner said he was sterilized. However, I was not reassured, so I took the emergency contraceptive pill (Ella) within 3.4 hours. My period started on December 6, lasting 1.2 days longer than usu...


Dr. Tian Yiwen Reply:
Typically, if menstruation occurs, it indicates that there is no pregnancy. However, some early pregnancy bleeding may not be easily distinguishable from menstruation. It is recommended to purchase a pregnancy test at a pharmacy or consult a gynecologist for evaluation.

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Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Menstrual Cycle and Medication

Probability of Pregnancy Hello Doctor, from December 10 to December 28, 2015, my wife and I had frequent sexual intercourse, and my wife also tracked her menstrual cycle and took menstrual delay medication for about three days. After stopping the medication on December 28, 2015, ...


Dr. Tian Yiwen Reply:
Some early pregnancy bleeding may not be easily distinguished from a normal menstrual period. If there is a possibility of pregnancy, it is still recommended to purchase a home pregnancy test to check.

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Understanding Pregnancy Bleeding: When to Seek Medical Advice

Bleeding during pregnancy Hello Doctor, I have had unprotected sexual intercourse with my boyfriend several times. My last period started on the 8th of last month, but I haven't gotten my period this month. I'm worried about being pregnant. I bought a pregnancy test yes...


Dr. Tian Yiwen Reply:
It is possible that an early natural miscarriage has occurred after pregnancy. If you want to know whether you are pregnant, you can first visit an obstetrician-gynecologist for a urine test or observe the bleeding situation and return for a check-up after a few days. Additionall...

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Can You Get Pregnant After Taking Postinor 2 and Delayed Period?

Need help? After taking Postinor 2, if your period is delayed by 9 days and then arrives, it is unlikely that you are pregnant. Postinor 2 is an emergency contraceptive that is effective in preventing pregnancy when taken within a certain timeframe after unprotected intercourse. ...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: Vaginal bleeding is not always indicative of menstruation; some individuals may mistake early pregnancy bleeding for their period. Additionally, emergency contraception may not consistently cause menstruation to occur earlier or later, and its contraceptive...

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Can You Get Pregnant During Your Period? Understanding the Risks

Can you get pregnant if you have intercourse during your menstrual period? Doctor, I started my period on December 29. On the morning of January 3, I thought it had ended, but in the afternoon, I had intercourse with my boyfriend without a condom and there was no ejaculation insi...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, if you are certain that the bleeding from December 12 to 29 is a normal menstrual period, then you are not likely pregnant. However, if you are unsure whether it is a normal cycle, it is better to get checked. Vaginal bleeding is not always indicative of menstruation; some...

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Menstruation or Early Pregnancy: Understanding the Signs and Symptoms

Menstruation or pregnancy? My girlfriend's menstrual cycle changed to 37 days after she received an ovulation injection at the beginning of September. Her period started on November 24, then on December 3, and they had sexual intercourse with condoms on December 14 and Decem...


Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
Using condoms for contraception and having your period reduces the likelihood of pregnancy, but you can take a home pregnancy test to be sure. There are many potential causes for headaches and nausea, so please seek medical evaluation. Sincerely, Dr. Li-Cheng Lu, Taoyuan Hospital...

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