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i had unprotected sex with my g.f on 7th march.....her period date was 2nd march...........not taking any risk she took I-pills after 80 hrs......... today she took the urine pregnency test...the result was negative....... is there any possibility of her getting pregnent | Hi Mam, I had gone through your query and understood your concerns.Dear mam, ipill has to be taken within 72 hours the earlier the better .if missed she should have gone for IUCD.there are chances (10%) she is pregnant.check for urine pregnency test after 1 week if she doesnt get periodsHope this guides you. If you ha... | 255,600 | Bleeding after the mirena coil placement. Pain in the back. Any suggestions? |
If your on the Ortho Evra birth control patch and your in your third week and the patch comes off tomorrow. It stays off for a week and then another one gets put on the week after. I had unprotected sex last night and wondering if I ll be okay and not get pregnant | Hi, I understand your concern.Orthoevra is a combination of estrogen and progesterone tablet used for contraception. U have been taking it in the right way of 3 weeks on and 1 week off which will help u to get withdrawal bleeding.. Take the next patch after 7 days off.Since u have taken it correctly, there is less chan... | 255,601 | Is pregnancy possible despite taking the i-pill? |
I had the IUD Mirena inserted after the birth of my daughter this past July. I had no issues with it and all of a sudden last week my blood pressure shot up and stayed up. The highest it got was 197/140. I haven't had a history of BP issues and while doing my research on HBP I ran across the fact that my Mirena is the ... | HIWell come to HCMThe High blood you have and the IUD is nothing to do with each other this could be coincidence only, better to confirm the hypertension if have not consulted to physician it is advisable to get it confirm, take care. | 255,602 | Is it ok to have unprotected sex just before taking off a birth control patch and getting a new patch a week later? |
I was about to start a new pack of birth control pills tonight. As i was about to take it, the pill feel into the sink. Needless to say, I will be going 8 days know without taking a pill. How long will it take for me to be protected again? I take lo estrin 24 fe | HIWell come to HCMthe best way to handle this situation to stop taking the pill and wait for the menses to come and then start the new pack of medicine and start taking it with the new course, mean while you need to practice some other method of contraception take care. | 255,603 | Does Mirena cause high blood pressure? |
I stopped using the Nuvaring on Oct 23rd and expected my period that week but to date now on Nov 8th my period has not come. I have taken a HPT and it was negative. I want to conceive but I cannot tell when i'm ovulating so that I use an ovulating kit. | Hi,The best thing to do in the current scenario is to go for an estimation of the serum beta-hCG titres and a trans-vaginal sonogram. This will conclude beyond doubt if there is any pregnancy. A complete hormonal profile also will help to check if there is any imbalance consequent to the nuvaring withdrawal. Please tak... | 255,604 | How long will it take to be protected if skipped a dose of birth control? |
mam,i am 27yr old married woman and i had an ipill after unprotected sex. its been a month now and i havent got my periods. i'm having frequent mood swings and i feel tired most of the times, even i feel hungry all the time. it seems like side effects of i pill but still m confused. m i pregnant..?? | If u have not got ur periods , then do a urine pregnancy test . Since these pills are not 100 % effective, so u should first of all be sure whether u are pregnant or not,as these symptoms can be seen in early pregnancy also. | 255,605 | How to find ovulating period when there is no period after removal of nuvaring? |
hi i am 28 years and my height is 5ft 2inches and my weight is 200 lbs. for the past 5yrs i had a surgery of vilis. and have about 5yrs of surgery for giving birth. from then i had being taking contraceptive pills. now i am planning to have a next baby. but for the past eight months i had stop to take the contraceptive... | HIWell come to HCMOnce the contraceptive pill taken then this disturb the natural menstrual cycle and then this may take some time to come around, the production of ovum is necessary and this get disturb due to contraceptive pill now you need to wait for some time Thank | 255,606 | What are the side effects of taking I-pill? |
I took plan b emergency contraceptive on Wednesday, 2 days after unprotected sex, which occurred on the third day of my period and my period stopped right after. Now on Sunday, I woke up to a dark red, brownish spotting, is there a way to tell the difference betwen Plan B side effects and implantation bleeding? | Hello and welcome,I understand the issue however there is no way to tell the difference between bleeding due to Plan B and implantation bleed. However as the sexual episode was on day 3 of periods, the chance of pregnancy is zero. Also implantation bleed usually occurs about 8-10 days after the sexual episode while thi... | 255,607 | Can I get pregnant if I stop my contraceptives? |
I have had my first depo-shot, but before I had my first shot I had unprotected sex. I was told that I should have bleeding for the first 6 months of it. I had my first shot almost a month and a half ago. I haven't had any bleeding at all since I had my shot. I was wondering is this normal. Also if I would want to not ... | Hello and welcome,Your concern is valid. Most women have some bleeding issues after taking depo shots. But some of them do not have any problems and some continue to have absent periods. I your case however you have a history of unprotected sex before the shot. So if there was a pregnancy in place before the shot then ... | 255,608 | How does one differentiate between plan b and implantation bleeding? |
hi im 24 and on the pill and have been for many years with two breaks as i have had kids im only half way through this months pill but i have noticed my discharge is a red/brown colour but when i go to toilet and wipe theres nothing there i have just changed my doctors so i have just had my urine checked for infections... | Hello dear thanks for trusting health care magic.There is nothing to worry in case you had a normal periods and if you are consistently taking your pills. Most likely it is ovulation bleeding so just wait for your next periods. In case you miss them then do a urine pregnancy test and see for results. In case you have o... | 255,609 | Is it normal to have no bleeding after first depo-shot? |
hi i have sex with my husband after that we see the candom come apart then i eat levonjin tablet but in last 6 months i had 3 levonjin and now i m worriedi heard this tablet is not god and in 1 year women can eat just 2 of them but in 6 month i had 3 tablet is it dangerouse? | Hello,It is true that emergency contraceptive pills have to be used with very much restriction and only once or twice a year, but taking more than those at large intervals is also harmless. This is because spacing out the medication lessens the side effects. So, please do not worry. Instead, if you can club another for... | 255,610 | On birth control pills. Have brownish discharge. Urine checked for infections. Normal. What could be wrong? |
hello sir,i had sex 3 times in 6 days,as it was unprotected and i took 3 unwanted 72 pills respectively after every sex,suppose 1 pill in 2 days,and now i am feeling like vomiting and my stomach is paining badly,plzzz help me out,plzzz ,plzzzz waiting for your replythankspriya sood | Hello Priya and welcome,I understand your problem.Please remember that unwanted 72 can be used only once in one month after one sexual act. It is meant for emergency use in cases where regular contraception is not possible like unexpected sexual episodes. Using it regularly is not recommended at all as we do not know i... | 255,611 | Is it dangerous to have 3 livogen tablets in 6 months? |
Hi, i went to the nurse the other day and had a smear. While doing this i asked her to look for the strings of my marina coil and she could not see them. The doc had a look also and she could not find the device. I have to go for a scan today to see if they can find it and to see if i,m pregnant. I'm very worried as I ... | Hi, thanks for posting your concern in the HCM.Most commonly the Mirena string becomes invisible when it has hot displaced from its site of lodgement. Your doctor has correctly advised you to have a scan to find the exact location of the Mirena coil. And it should be considered as an emergency. So, scan should be done ... | 255,612 | What causes vomiting and stomach pain after taking unwanted 72 pills? |
Im on implanon , have been since febuary. My period was kind of irregular but I would still get it. Within the last 2 months my period was lighter, brown spotting with only 2 or 3 days of regular bleeding . This month my period was very late ( it came yesterday) and was a consistant pinkish color, mixed with a white di... | Hi,In the current situation, you need to clarify if you are suffering from a gastric problem or are really pregnant. You should get a blood test done to exclude/confirm pregnancy as urine test cannot be relied up on under these circumstances. Once clarified, further management can be accordingly planned. Please check w... | 255,613 | What causes invisible strings of mirena coil? |
I got the depo provera shot about two months ago, and two weeks ago my period started and has had no signs o stopping anytime soon. Ive never had a period even close to this long! What can I do to stop my period as soon as possible? Ive heard of starting birth control pills, but is that safe if the depo doesnt wear off... | Hello,Since you have symptoms of hormone imbalance, you may need additional hormone supplements to control your bleeding. Yet, you should get a proper evaluation first to see the exact cause of the bleeding. If the depo shot is the culprit, you may stop using it and switch to another form of contraception. Coagulation ... | 255,614 | On implanon, light period with pinkish white discharge, frequent yeast infections. Reasons ? |
Hey Doc, i have not got my menses from past two months nor I am pregnant. I have taken i pills 3-4 times after intercourse as a preventive measure not to pregnant. is there any side effects of those pills? because i have noticed that after intake of the pills my periods became irregular instead it was regular beforehan... | Hi,Emergency pills contain excess hormone enough to disturb the normal hormonal milieu. This creates menstrual irregularities like withdrawal bleed, delayed cycles and inter-menstrual spotting. Since you have taken many pills in one cycle, your cycles have gone wayward. You need a proper evaluation by an expert, get a ... | 255,615 | Continuous bleeding after taking depo provera shot. How can I stop it? |
Hi, I have a question about emergency contraception. I am currently on the birth control pill Junel Fe and take it fairly consistently (between 12-4) everyday. Unfortunately I was sick this weekend with a stomach bug and threw up once on Friday and once on Saturday. Although I threw up more than a few hours after takin... | Hi, thanks for posting your concern in the HCM. My understanding is if you have vomited out your pill within 2 hours of intake, you should have taken another at that time. If it is more than 2 hrs, that need not be done. However, as you are on regular birth control pills and the condom ruptured, I need to know what day... | 255,616 | Does taking Ipill cause irregular periods? |
I want to postpone my period, which is regular (28-29days), I also use Yaz for about 10 months. I don't want to stop using Yaz, so I wanted to know can I use Primolut Nor with Yaz. If answer is "no", how can I postpone my period with Yaz, if it's that possible at all? | Hello!Thanks for your query.Yes you can use YAZ to postpone your periods .Just skipping the placebo pills and start the new pack .All the best | 255,617 | Is it necessary to take an extra contraceptive pill after vomiting the taken pill? |
Hi, I am on birth control. And forgot to take a pill on Friday, and by Sunday I began to have brown discharge slight bleeding. I also doubled up on the pill on Saturday. I also have a slight burning sensation down there, and my doctor gave me medicine for a yeast infection which i took yesterday. She also said that it ... | Hi,The burning sensation is most likely due to the infection of the vagina for which you are being treated. It is not due the missed pill effect. Please do not worry, just take the medication prescribed by your consultant and maintain genital hygiene. Abstain from intercourse until your vaginitis is healed and your par... | 255,618 | How can I postpone my period with yaz? |
hai doctor i had unprotected sex on my last day of period but he pulled out before coming in me, and my period lasted for six days and dat to i had a very nominal bleeding in the evening once, on last day of my period. i am really really woried what are the chances of me getting pregnant, i took unwanted 72 immediately... | Hi,Your chances of getting pregnant in the current scenario are almost nil. Firstly, you had intercourse at the end of a period which is a relatively safe period even with irregular cycles. Secondly, you took the emergency pill which offers additional protection. Your next period may get delayed and you may see some wi... | 255,619 | What causes burning sensation during vaginal bleeding? |
My name is Amber, and I stopped taking birth control around September 9th, which was when I had my last period. I was put on birth control for irregular periods as well. It's now October in the mid month and I still haven't gotten it. Is it because they were irregular or is it something else? | Hello,Irregular period may be due to hormonal imbalance, mental stress, over weight, irregular diet habit etc. You need to take cyclic Progesterone pill or combined hormonal pill to regularize your period.Kindly, consult with Gynecologist for complete prescription. Take healthy diet with IRON supplements and control bo... | 255,620 | Had unprotected sex, taken unwanted 72. Chances of pregnancy? |
I take birthcontrol pills regularly and I just started taking septra yesterday for a urinary track infection. I forgot to take my birthcontrol pill for 2 days so I took 2 today and I just urinated and I started to bleed/spot light pink. Is it because I missed birthcontrol or is it because of septra? Should I go to the ... | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern and looking to the history given here I could say that if you were taking birth control medicine then the menstrual cycle would be very uncertain and this surely becomes irregular with such medicines but this comes around, hope this information helps you, take c... | 255,621 | Is it safe to take birth control for irregular period? |
i am 32 yrs old. married for 5 yrs. from the time i have inserted copper T. i am gaining weight, like got a pounge n hips are broden. should i remove the copper t . and yes i am planning for a 2 nd baby too pls tell me till which year i can gor for a 2nd baby. | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern and let me tell you that this is the myth that the copper T causes the weight gain but this is the unsupported theory of course the gaining of weight among the woman who is having copper T is more in incidence and this could be mere coincidence, you can control ... | 255,622 | Can septra or missed contraceptive pill cause bleeding or spotting? |
hi i have been having femilon birth control since the last 39 days which includes the 7 days in the middle (since I am on the 21 day pack). I smoke swell . I just had sex without condoms in the past 2 days. The guy didnt ejaculate inside me, but do you think it is safe just having sex without condoms when youre on the ... | hello,Smoking can reduce the effectiveness of contraceptive pill like Femilon etc and unprotected sex is NOT recommended while you are on smoking.Pulled out method has high failure rate (15 to 27%). Therefore, you must undergo one home pregnancy test to exclude pregnancy if you miss your period.Good luck. | 255,623 | Copper T removal is advised if gaining weight? |
I have my periods mostly the third week of the month ever since I got an abortion . They gave me birth control and its supposed to make me have my periods the fourth week. The first month I took it I got it the third week and now its month two and no period. I had unprotected sex and I missed my period. I sleep a lot s... | hello,Oral contraceptive pill has some side effects like irregular period or bleeding, headache/ migraine, nausea/ vomiting, breast tenderness, fatigue, irritability, decreased libido, weight gain & mood changes. These will overcome gradually until your body is adjusted with hormone.However, I suggest to undergo one bl... | 255,624 | On femilon birth control. Smoking swell. Had unprotected sex. Will smoking and femilon prevent pregnancy? |
hi doctor i normally get periods in 25- 27 days. last month i had my period on 11th and i had put copper-t on 17th.and i have not got my periods till today.....i am tensed whether i am pregnent or not.....as i am not prepared for it right now as i have a 4 month old baby and i need to concentrate on him. | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern and I would like to say that it is uncertain but most likely side effect of copper T would be infection, dysfunctional uterine bleeding, pain, discomfort , and some time fails to work and this could cause pregnancy, hope this information helps you, take care and... | 255,625 | Taking birth control pills to regularize the periods after abortion. Having nightmares, mood swings, dizziness and headaches. Why? |
Hello, I was just wondering if taking Ovranette after a condom has split lowers the risk of pregnancy at all? Also if you have taken birth control can you still use the emergency pill? I am 20 years old, height is 5ft 9inches and I am ten and a half stone. | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern and here I would advise you that birth control medicine and emergency medicine are hormone contained medicine and if this is taken without any valid and pathological reason, because this disturb the natural hormone cycle and that would be harmful, once you are o... | 255,626 | What are the side effects of copper t? |
I am on the yasmin contraceptive pill and have recently started taking 1 100mg tablet of trimethoprim every night to reduce the frequency i have uti's. does the antibiotic stop the yasmin working? i use no other method of birth control at the moment and have a boyfriend. my doctor says it does not affect the pill but i... | Hi dear !Thanks for your query.Use of Bactrim does not decrease the effectiveness of Yasmin birth control.Use them as prescribred from your doctor and take much water and cranberry tea.ALL THE BEST | 255,627 | Can emergency pill be taken after having birth control pill? |
Last month I lost my nuva ring, after having it in for one day. ( I've been on it for a few months now, though) and so I went a whole month without it because I didnt have money to pay for another prescription. This sunday I put a new ring in, and right now I would usually be on my period after taking the ring out. But... | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern and looking to the history given here, I would like to say that because of the intrauterine device such irregular menses is likely to happen but this is nothing to worry because this comes around soon, take care and have a nice day. | 255,628 | Does trimethoprim tablet affect yasmin pill's working? |
i had sex with my boyfriend 3am this day.. i still have my menstruation but it is very, very light.. there's just only like a minimal amount ink stain on my underwear,, could there be a chance that for me to get pregnant? would you advice me to take an emergency contraceptive pills, for assurance that i won't have an u... | Hello,Unprotected sex during period or just after period is EXTREMELY SAFE if your previous cycle was regular. In this case, you have NO chance pregnancy as there is NO ovulation.You DON'T need any kind of emergency pill in this case. It may cause irregular bleeding or late period if taken without proper indication.Pra... | 255,629 | Is it normal to have missed period after being on nuvaring? |
HI doctro... I have done sex on december and had pills (72). on january i had periods for 2 days which had hapnd first time in my life. but from february till today i dnt have periods. i tested by prega news twice and ita came negative. what is the chances of pregnancy???? | Hello,You got period on January for 2 days due to effect of the pill. It is withdrawal bleeding. Next period delayed due to hormonal imbalance.If you took Unwanted 72 pill within first 72 hrs of sex, then chance of pregnancy is quite LOW. You also got negative test.You may require progesterone pill to induce period. Ki... | 255,630 | Suggest an emergency contraceptive pill to prevent pregnancy |
hi back in Febuary i had my son and then in june i got the mirena coil inserted and have been bleeding all the way through but i havent had a period in 6 weeks and i have been getting dizzy spells and feeling flutters in my lower abdomen as i have had children i know what the flutters feel like. it might be all in my h... | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern and looking to the history given here I could say that it is advisable to see the device position and look for any infection part, because chances of this is likely, hope this information helps you, take care and have a nice day. | 255,631 | Chances of pregnancy after absence of periods after taking Unwanted 72? |
hi doctr, i m on femilon(21 tablets) from 2 months, my doctr said tht after finishing of 1 strip of 21 tablets start new strip after 7 days.. so my last period date was 7th oct and this my i m nt having period.. as my doctr said period comes with in those 7 days... bt from tomorrow i have to start new strip bt tilltoda... | Hello !Thanks for your query.Isnt normal that after you have finished birth control pills,your periods have not come.Hence take a urinary pregnancy test at home to exclude pregnancy.All the best | 255,632 | Mirena inserted after childbirth. Have prolonged bleeding. Dizziness with fluttering feeling in the abdomen |
ok so I have no insurance and the implanon is causing bad side affects for me and a red line keeps appearing on top of the rod in my arm and the obgyn who put it in wants $700 to remove it and I will never have that kind of money for a 5 minute procedure what do I do? I am 22, about 5'2 and weigh 120lbs | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern and looking to the history given here I would like to say that you can not remove the implanon on your own, you have to see the doctor for this, time of procedure is not matter but procedure is matter and this can be done by doctor only, take care and have a nic... | 255,633 | On Femilon, no period. Worried |
Hi! I am a 17 year old girl who is sexually active.I take birth control and use condoms.I have recently started noticing brown gooey discharge around the time when I should be getting my period and my periods are now just spotting. Is this normal or could I be pregnant? | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern and looking to the history given here I could say that the symptoms which you described here is not the sign of pregnancy and if you have some doubt then you can get done the ultrasonography test to rule out this, take care and have a nice day. | 255,634 | How to remove implanon? |
i just started taking ortho try-cyclen, but two days before i started my pack i had taken one 250mg pill of tetracycline. i stopped taking it right after that because i realized that it might interact with my pill and i knew i'd be starting it soon. i have more been taking ortho tri-cyclen for 12 days. would taking ... | Hello and welcome,I understand the concern. Even though the literature does suggest that a few antibiotics may interfere with the pills most of the time they are antibiotics that affect the liver function like anti tuberculosis drugs etc. A single dose of tetracyclin will not cause any effect. Also most liklely it was ... | 255,635 | What causes light spotting and brown discharge ? |
I went off my pill on the 7th june and had sex that night and then the following night and the 10th then I got my period on the 10th that night then I finished on the 14th I have been taking elevit for the past 3 days we also had sex last night I m trying my hardest to fall pregnet where would I stand at the moment and... | Hello,With above sexual activity, you CAN'T get pregnant as you did sex just prior to period due date. Those days are NOT fertile.You have to do unprotected sex during fertile days (11th to 19th day of each 28-30 days cycle) or ovulation day (14 days prior to next due date). You can use ovulation prediction kit in the... | 255,636 | When will my birth control pill be effective? |
it s my first time to use gynera pills..i started my menstruation last sept.26,2012..i drink the tablet on my 7th day..am i safe if ever i ll have unprotected sex? When is really the best day or time to take the pill in my period? I usually have my menstruation more than 1 week,that s why i tried the pill..so that next... | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern, I actually do not believe in hormone tablet if taken without any clinical cause if your are taking this medicine for contraceptive purpose then let me tell you that no contraceptive method ate 100 % promising and safe, taking such medicine for no good or valid ... | 255,637 | Had sex after stopping pill. Could I get pregnant? |
Hi, I'm Mary from Malaysia. Age 25, height-165cm, weight 60kg.I am healthy. I do not have any allergy, non smoker and I don't drink. I've been considering to have and copper IUD since 2months ago and I've read a lot about it-the pros and cons. I become sexually active early this year with my fiance. I've had my pap sme... | DEAR MARY,ITS GOOD THAT YOU ARE OPTING ONE OF THE CONTRACEPTIVE WHICH IS THE BEST WAY OY TEMPRORY METHOD OF CONTRACEPTION,GO AHEAD APART FROM FEW SYMPTOMS IN INITIAL FEW DAYS OF APPLICATION IT DOES NOT HAVE ANY SIDE EFFECT BUT BE SURE TAT IUD SHOULD BE APPLIED BY A SKILLED PROVIDER. | 255,638 | Taking Gynera pills. Am I safe if I have unprotected sex? |
I have been taking a birth control pill for about 2 years now and am suppose to start a new pack today, but did not get the birth control I normally take at the Dr. I will now be without any pills for a month, and then start again next month. I was wondering how bad that is on your body? Or if it is bad at all? | Hello,Birth control pill may give rise to some adverse effect if used for long term like nausea, vomiting, headache, weight gain, breast tenderness, depression, deep vein thrombosis, breast cancer (on long term used) etc.Kindly, consult with doctor regarding this and take appropriate pill following thorough clinical ch... | 255,639 | Are there any side effects for IUD? |
After sex i have terrible pain its like mini contractions (have coil not pregnant) could my coil have moved therefore causing me pain paracetmol does nothing. The pain is unbearable and the day after my body aches it lasted about 4 hours nd the pain went round to my back of | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern and looking to the history given here I could say that if there is some device in uterine cavity then this need to be removed first and have Tab Ibuprofen 400 mg three times in day and Tab Cefdinire 300 mg twice in day for 5 days the chances of vaginitis is like... | 255,640 | Will birth control pills cause any side effects? |
hello doctor i have been prescribed loette for birth control last month.. i ahve finished half the pack and noted there is an arrow mark... but i had taken in the reverse direction.... i have asked my doctor she told no problem... is there any problem?... | Hello and welcome,If the pills that you have taken are not sugar pills [ instead of the active pills] then the arrows do not matter as all active pills have the same drug. The arrows are provided for our convenience so that pills are not missed and taken regulary and if a pill is missed it becomes easier to detect.So p... | 255,641 | What causes pain after having sex? |
i live in a place where the morning after pill is unavailable. i had an accident where the condom failed on me and my partner. I am concerned about getting pregnant. is there an alternative i can find or use in UAE? is there anything you suggest? please. 27 years, 9 stone, fairly healthy | Hello,You can take 4 regular combined pill within first 24 hrs of sex and another 4 pills after 12 hrs to avoid unwanted pregnancy. It will give more than 95% protection against unwanted pregnancy. Sooner is better.You will get a withdrawal bleeding within 5-7 days after taking pill and next period may be delayed for 1... | 255,642 | Can wrong arrow direction in the pills cause any problem? |
I had unprotected sex with a partner who "forgot" to pull out when I was probably ovulating. I took the morning after pill within an hour of that happening and the second dose exactly 12 hours as instructed. 6 days later I started spotting (brown) and haven't stopped since (7 days so far). Is this a side effect of u... | Hello,Morning after pill gives more than 95% protection against unwanted pregnancy when taken within first 24 hrs.Brown spotting may be due to hormonal imbalance, vaginal infection, effect of the pill itself etc. Here, I suggest you to undergo one home pregnancy test to rule out pregnancy.Maintain genital hygiene. Good... | 255,643 | How to prevent pregnancy? |
i had my periods on 2nd sep and it was early coz of the intake of i pill. otherwise it was supposed to be on 7th.. that was the first time i took i pill.. n after 2nd sep, its third time that i have taken i pill coz of unprotected sex in this month.. please guide me what should i do? will ipill cause any severe problem... | Hello Sneha and welcome,I understand the issue. As of now as you have already taken the pills we cannot undo it. But apart from causing irregular periods this must not be an issue to worry about. I must inform you that I pill is an emergency contraception that is used only during accidental emergency intercourse that i... | 255,644 | Could continued brown spotting be due to intake of i pill? |
Hi, I am 36yrs old. I am on The Pill . my period lasts three days. on the day after my period i had intercourse, i have not had intercourse since, which is approximately two weeks ago. yesterday morning when i went to shower, there was a lot of blood clots coming from my vagina . since yesterday everytime i use the bat... | Hello and welcome,I understand that you had a regular period and sex on the day after the period was over. Two weeks later you are having bleeding. This may be due to many causes. The commonest reason may be an early period due to hormonal issues, fibroids [ non cancerous tumors of uterus and cervix] and cervical polyp... | 255,645 | Is it safe to take 3 I-pills in the same month? |
hi im 22, had unprotected sex and took a tablet of postinor 2 the following morning...i forgot to take the next pill ten hours later but took it the next morning after the last one but it was still within 72hr..my period has delayed 2 days and my breast are getting bigger..can it be pregnacy | Hi,Thank for writing to us.Since you had taken within 72 hrs ,you need not worryPostinor 2(Levengestrel),it prevents 85-95% of expected pregnancy.Wait for 3 weeks.Changes in breast most likely due to Postinor.If you will not get periods after 3 weeks,you need to go for urine pregnancy test.No need to worry, in your cas... | 255,646 | On the pill, blood clots after sex. Normal? |
same thing happened to me. i lost my nuvaring (not sure what day) but i inserted ring the 19th and lost it sometime before 22-31? and had unprotected sex on the 29th. i also had light spotting the 18th while the ring was still in right after sex. I have never had spotting before but my breast are sore but i think could... | Hi,If the ring was still in place when you had the intercourse and for a day or two afterward, you are protected. You can expect your withdrawal bleeding to happen since you have lost the ring. Soreness of the breasts can be a symptom of an impending period. Please see a specialist for further support. You will need a ... | 255,647 | What happens if one skips a tablet of positinor 2 in the row? |
I have been taking Lutera for about 2 weeks, and 2 days ago I had sex. The condom broke, so the next morning I took 5 Lutera followed by another 5 pills 12 hours later (I was informed that this was the same as taking a Plan B pill). How do I continue with my pack? If I wouldnt have taken the 10 pills, I would have had ... | Hello and welcome,Please do not worry. If you were already on lutera and taken pills regularly there was no need to use the condom. Even if it broke there was no need for an emergency contraception as you were already on regular contraception. Now since these additional pills have been consumed, it is best to wait for ... | 255,648 | Had unprotected sex when nuva ring was lost. Had unprotected sex, sore breasts, have celiac disease. Pregnant ? |
Hello, I am a 20 year old sexually active female, never had children, currently on microgynon as BCP ( Ethinylestradiol 30 micrograms, levonorgestrel 150 micrograms). It is working wonderfully for me. However, I am seriously considering getting a copper IUD implanted, and continuing my BCP alongside this. My main conce... | Hello and welcome,I understand your issue.However there is no need to use two types of birth control measures together. If an IUD is in place then BCP are not needed. If heavy bleeding is a cause of concern then other options like mefenamic acid can be used. Also heavy bleeding does not occur in every patient and many ... | 255,649 | Taking Lutera, condom broke while having sex. How do I continue with my pack? |
therwa aomething that i wonder. im woried i had sex without protecting my self.i took the after pill i had sex more than ones on thursday around 11:00pm and on friday i took the pill at nite it had to be taken before 73 hours and the secondone after12 hpurs and i took it but now imwondering and woried if i kuld be preg... | Hi,If you have taken the pill within the stipulated time, a single treatment would be enough to cover all episodes and you are amply protected. Also, please remember, if you had intercourse during the safe period, you are naturally protected. You may see a breakthrough bleed a couple of days later and you can also expe... | 255,650 | In early twenties, on microgynon as birth control pill. Want to use Copper IUD with BCP. Is it advisable? |
Hi, I am on birth control right now but I skipped a few pills at the beginning of my second week. I have on been on birth control for a month and a week. I had unprotected sex after skipping those pills and he did not pull out. I did not take any more birth control after sex because I did not want to harm the baby if t... | Hi,Thank you for your query. I can understand your concerns.It can be either .you have chances of getting pregnant .But still to confirm it i want you to do a pregnancy test with a UPT kit . It costs cheap and is available in all pharmacy. The instructions on how to use it & how to read the test is given on the Kit B... | 255,651 | Is it okay to take pill once after having intercourse several times in the duration? |
i took nordette for 2months and 1 day i missed my pill ...so a day after that...i have mild spotting for 10days..so i think this is menstrual period.from that day..im not taking the pill until now...and today i already miss my period for 4 days....it is normal if i have irregular cycle after stop taking nordette pill? ... | Hi,Welcome to healthcare magic. I have read your question.I would like to reply as below:1) This is unlikely to be pregnancy. There is delay in cycles sometimes.2) Please get serum beta hCG blood test if still in doubt to confirm pregnancy.If you have any further queries, let me know so that I can help you much better.... | 255,652 | Can I get pregnant inspite of missing a birth control pill? |
Hello,I recently had sex with an ultra-thin condom that had been stored in the glove box of a truck for a couple months. The condom broke and wanting to be safe, I went to the pharmacy and got Plan B- one step. My period would normally have started within a few day, this week. I took the pill within an hour of the acci... | Hi,Emergency contraceptive pill contains high dose of hormone and this tends to disturb the normal hormonal milieu resulting in withdrawal bleeding soon after ingestion of the pill. You may also expect your next normal period to get delayed by a week or two. Efficacy of the pill is very high when taken within the stipu... | 255,653 | Missed taking nordette pill. Have spotting. Is this normal periods? Pregnancy chances? |
Hi, I have nt had a period for 18 years now due to taking depoprovera and now impalanon. I went to the loo and there was this large amount of dark brown, almost black clots in the loo and on the paper. This ha been the for the past to days. I ve had nothing for so long and out of the blue these large clots. Any thought... | Hello,Weight changes or the dwindling effect of the hormones can result in breakthrough bleeds even while on regular contraception and this seems perhaps to be the reason for your symptom. Yet, you should have a check up by a specialist to rule any significant cause. A sonogram of the pelvis, blood profile, pap smear a... | 255,654 | Does Plan-B stop periods for a month? |
Hi I had my Mirena removed 6 weeks ago and was put on Yasmin straight away, I beel heavily and with clotting for 3 weeks so skipped my sugar pills. I have one week left of cycle 2 on yasmine until I take my sugar pills. This morning I started clotting agian and having cramps and have very dark brown blood discharge . I... | Hi,Mirena cannot be the cause of your current symptoms. Though, withdrawal effects are seen after removal, the fact that you were put on hormones immediately rules out this cause. As menstrual disturbances like inter-menstrual spotting, heavy bleeding and irregular bleeding are a common side effect during the early mon... | 255,655 | Taken depoprovera and implanon. Discolored vaginal discharge. Why? |
I lost my birth control pack midway through the pack. I stopped taking them for the month and I'm going to start again this month. I get my new pack on the 6th. Is it okay to start taking the pill for this month before I get my period or during my period? | Hi,Welcome to healthcare magic. I have read your question.I would like to reply as below:1) Dont start the medicine before periods if you have stopped for more than 3 days.2) Please wait for periods to start and then start your pack.If you have any further queries, let me know so that I can help you much better.Wish yo... | 255,656 | Heavy bleeding with clots, cramps, Mirena removed and put on Yasmin, skipped the sugar pills. Is this from Mirena? |
hi i have been on the 3 month injection for 4 years and never had a period in the 4 years, i was 4 weeks late for my last shot and now i have been sick most mornings nausea every day at some point dull backache bloating bad headaches adversion to my favourite foods and i now cannot touch alcohol for the past 3 weeks i ... | Hi, Since you have never had a period in the past four years, these symptoms could possibly indicate the onset of a withdrawal bleed since return of ovulation usually does not happen so soon after stopping the depo shot. Yet, if you have been sexually active throughout this phase, you should see a specialist for a comp... | 255,657 | What time should birth control pills taken? |
the condom broke and i took the morning after pill like 12 hours later and it said something about have 72 hours to take it. well i got my period a week later for only 3 days and i was suppose to get it yesterday and i havent got it yet? but my body is acting like im pregnant..is this normal? | See these morning after pill contains progesterone which disturbs the normal cycle of menstruation. So I dont think there is any need to worry unless you had any further unprotected Sexual Intercourse . If you don't get periods even after 1 weeks get tested for Urine Pregnancy test . | 255,658 | Back ache, nausea, bloating, headache, aversion to favorite foods, taking birth control injection. Reason? |
I recently stopped taking birth control and have itching inside my vagina, no discharge or smell. I thought it was a UTI, because it burned when i peed, but then i thought it may be a yeast infection. is it possible that me quitting birth control could have caused this itching? | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern looking to the history given here I could say that if you are taking hormone containing pill for contraceptive purpose then such itching symptom is common and this would come around as soon as you stop the pill, take care and have a nice day. | 255,659 | What causes vaginal bleeding after taking morning after pill? |
Hi, I am 38 having two kids. smallest 6 yrs. After an inter-course I took Postinor2 to prevent pregnancy. I expected menstrual period to happen after a week (as per normal cycle) but didnt happen after two weeks, Instead had morning sickness since end of last week. Then I did blood pregnancy test and found out that I a... | HelloThanks for writing to us with your health concern.Postinor 2 has no effect on the B HCG levels, do not worry.This pregnancy test is reliable.Take care. | 255,660 | What causes itching vagina after stopping birthcontrol? |
I have tried several different oral birth control pills over the past year to regulate my periods. I was experiencing too many symptoms of nausea, depression, and chest pains from the oral pills so my doctor suggested the Nuva Ring. After two and a half weeks of taking the Nuva Ring, I am beginning to experience mild c... | Hello!Thanks for your query.You should go immediately to consult with your doctor because you should stop using Nuva -Ring .All birth method containing hormones have side effects taking them orally or vaginally.TAKE CARE | 255,661 | Does Postinor 2 increase bHCG level? |
if i am consuming promult N for delaying my periods as im gng on a trip. But wanted to check if i can consume I pill in case required along with promult N as I do not want to conceive at this point of time. My age is 28 and height 5.4. I dnt have any medical problems | HelloThanks for writing to us with your health concern.Well, as such you can consume I pill alongwith Primolut N, but taken together, they will mess up your cycle.Your next period would be totally unpredictable.Also, it is best to use pills as they would serve both purposes - contraception and regulating your period as... | 255,662 | Are there any side effects of taking Nuva ring? |
I had unprotected sex so the day after i took a yasmin contraceptive pills. Im on the last 4 tablets now. I think to stop taking it cause my urinary track infection become active since i started taking the pills.i also had a sore between my anus and vigina and its realy give me hard time. i dont do any sexual intercour... | Hello,If you have been abstaining for so long, the question of conception does not arise. Once you stop the pills, you are no longer protected and you need some other form of contraception before you plan further intercourse. For the time being, please get your sore and urinary infection treated by a specialist. Please... | 255,663 | Can I take I pill along with promult N? |
I'm just a little concerned, i inserted my ring 3 day late. 5 day's later i had sex, me and my partner always use condoms either way...but this night i think the condom broke because when i got up out of bed I felt alot of stuff dripping out of me. I asked him if the condom broke, he says it didnt. I just cant stop thi... | Hi,It is unlikely that you can get pregnant, even without any contraception, on the 8th day of your cycle, if you have regular 28-30 day cycles, as you are in the safe period. Added to this, there should be no problem due to late insertion of the ring too. So, please do not worry about the possibility of conception, ev... | 255,664 | Is there a chance of pregnancy after stopping yasmin contraceptive pills midway? |
Im on the 12 week contraceptive injection, have been for just over a month. My period was two weeks late and has being going on for 3 weeks. Im not the most regular anyway but Im normaly on heavy for 5 days. I have been just as heavy throught the last 3 weeks. Is this just a side affect??? | Hi,During the first couple of months of hormonal contraception, menstrual disturbances are often seen, but, heavy bleeding of this sort needs immediate medical attention. You would need styptics and a change of the contraceptive method, if there is no relief. Usually the situation gets under control as the menstrual di... | 255,665 | Can I be pregnant if I am 3 days late on my ring? |
hello doctor, i am 38 yrs male my wife is 35 yrs we have two daughter, we dont wnt pragnance now, so guide the best solution for birth control, if copper -T then suggest the best with medium price range.reply on my mail YYYY@YYYY thanking you regards pranav modak | Hello, In the current situation, the best choice of contraception for you would be the IUD and the Mirena would perhaps suit better. You can as well go for permanent contraception through vasectomy or tubal ligation if you do not want any more children; vasectomy would be the better choice. To decide on the method best... | 255,666 | Is heavy bleeding for 3 weeks a side effect of contraceptive injection? |
Hi, i been on birth control for a month, and i had unprotected sex with my bf, should i take the moring after pill? could the mix of both pills do harm? or i shouldnt worry? i been taking the BC everyday, but not always at the same time, does this affect in any way? | Hi,The pill offers enough protection if you are regular with it, though you may miss the exact time by a few inches. Yet, added protection is needed in the initial month of pill intake as safety cannot be guaranteed. As such, you may need the emergency contraception if you happen to be during the fertile period when th... | 255,667 | Suggest best birth control methods to avoid pregnancy |
what is the difference between the Cerazette and Cerelle contraceptive pills? I have just gone to take my recently filled prescription to find that the type of pill prescribed is different. Its late on Friday night and I have no hope of contacting anyone about the change until Monday, I am all out of my previous prescr... | Hello SarahThanks for writing to us with your health concern.The brands are different, but the basic composition is the same.They both contain 75 microgram Desogestrel.You can take it as you wish.Take care. | 255,668 | Need advice on consumption of birth control pill. |
Hi im 20 years old and am looking for the best contrceptive pill to take. Iv tried ovranette for three months and it gave me unbearable thrush, weight gain and made me quite moody. The GP put me on cerezette was on it for 6 months it really affected my moods made me feel really depressed and I had no sex drive so it de... | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern and I would like to say that without the reason taking any hormone preparation is not good for the health particularly in later life, I personally do not believe in oral contraceptive pills and never prescribe to my patients, hope this information helps you, tak... | 255,669 | what are the difference between the Cerazette and Cerelle contraceptive pills? |
I have used a copper IUD for 22 yrs as a contraceptive and it has worked well for me. After being diagnose with breast cancer 3 yrs ago and having chemo has put me into menopause. I had it removed 2 wks ago but have been experiencing what I think are cramps. It fells like I need to have a bowel movement all the time. I... | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern looking to the history given here I could say that your history of malignancy of breast and the history of intrauterine device are nothing to do with the present history of bowel movement complaint, if feel urge to go for bowel movement and does not have any oth... | 255,670 | Taking ovranette, cerezette, side effects of weight gain, thrush, mood swings, depression. Safe oral contraceptive? |
I ve been on birth control ( ortho tri-cyclen lo) for 5 years. I m 22. I did not take pills the past month (did not have the pills available until two days into week 2 of active pills) because the doctor told me not to with the delay and was instructed to start the Sunday after my period. I should have started my perio... | HelloThanks for writing to us with your health concern.How many pills have you missed exactly ?It is not clear from your question.If you have missed more than 3 pills, then do not start a new pack.Wait for your period, use back up protection, and start a fresh pack from day 2 of your periods.Take care. | 255,671 | Cramps with frequent urge to pass bowels after removal of copper IUD. Normal? |
I am taking POPs and I know you can t be more than 3 hours late. I take my pill everyday at 11pm. Yesterday, Friday, I had unprotected sex at around 10 am. He did not ejaculate inside but some got on my thighs, not sure how close to my vagina, and we had sex again about 20 minutes later. Friday night I took my pill alm... | POPs are to be taken within 24hrs. even after taking pill chances ofgetting pregnancy is 5%...If u have taken pill on saturday...u can avoid pregnancy .... | 255,672 | On ortho tri-cyclen lo. Missed pill and delayed periods. When to start the next cycle? |
hello.i just gave birth last august 22. my daughter is two months old right now. i breastfed my daughter for one month. my husband and i had unprotected sex today. i still have not had my period. what are the chances of me getting pregnant? will emergency contraception work since 24 hours had already passed? | Hello mam, thanks for trusting health care magic.in 10-20% of cases ovulation occurs within a couple of months of delivery in case patients stops breastfeeding her baby. emergency contraception works within 72 hours of unprotected sex.you can take it as soon as possible but switch to a safe method of contraception from... | 255,673 | Is plan b required due to delay in taking pop? |
i m on Yasmin, NOT Yaz, been on for 2 cycles, just started my 3rd today when i saw that it causes infertility in some women?! i m 16 and do not wish to start a family but i know i definitely do in around 10 years or so. I ve only taken one pill and i refuse to take any more after hearing this, but can it affect my fert... | Hello mam, thanks for trusting health care magic. i have never heard of the fact that it causes infertility.it just takes about 6 months to 1 year to resume ovulation after stopping the drug intake.In case you have further questions you can consult me on health care magic forum and i will be happy to help My URL is htt... | 255,674 | What are the chances of pregnancy? |
Hi. I was recently on the depo proverb birth control shot. I did not get my last shot and have been nauseated with stomach aches indigestion bloating headaches discharge and have sore nipples . My cycle came on in may and I have not had another since. Took 3 pregnancy tests they were negative. Jot sure what s going on ... | Hello mam, thanks for trusting health care magic.these symptoms are related to the progesterone in depo shot and are very common.there is nothing to worry and symptoms will be gone soon. In case you have further questions you can consult me on health care magic forum and i will be happy to help My URL is http://bit.ly/... | 255,675 | On Yasmin, have seen reviews regarding side effects. Does it cause infertility? |
Hi, Unfortunately I had to take the Morning after Pill twice in the last week. I am now feeling severly drepressed and presume this to due to the high dose of hormones in my system. I have a history of depression linked to the oral contraceptive pill . Can you tell me please when I can expect the depression to lift? Th... | Hello mam, thanks for trusting health care magic. it is a contraindication to use pills in patients predisposed to depression with tyhem, as you must be knowing already.this depression takes around 5-7 days to wean off.you can take alprazolam at night so that depression is relieved and you get a good sleep at night.In ... | 255,676 | Feeling nausea, stomach ache, indigestion, headache and sore nipples after taking depo shot for birth control. No periods. Not pregnant. What is happening? |
I m using lutera for birth control . I want to use It as an emergency contraceptive . I took 5 white pills in less than 24 hours of unprotected sex. I need to to 5 more white pills in 12 hours but I only have 4 white pills left until the pink ones. Do I just take the 4 white pills or do I take the 4 white ones plus a p... | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern looking to the given history here I would like to say that taking contraceptive pills is not good idea because this could be dangerous in later life and so why I personally do not suggest such medicine, and even to you better avoid such medicine, take care and h... | 255,677 | Severe depression after taking morning after pill. History of depression due to oral contraceptive pills. When will it fade off? |
Hi there, I am a 25 year old female and would like to be advised on the best contraceptive method out there. I am currently using the oral contraceptive- Yasmin, but have heard of women getting pregnant even when using the oral contraceptive. I take my pill on a consistant basis, but I am currently on antibiotics for f... | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern looking to the history given here I would like to say you that I do not believe in oral contraceptive pills more over no method is hundred percent protective against the pregnancy but of course safe period and coitus interrupts if both practices together then th... | 255,678 | Using lutera for birth control, wants to use as emergency contraceptive. Should I take four white pills or pink pill and white pills? |
I don t know if you can help me it has to do with my birthcontrol I had been off my birthcontrol for about two to three days then I was intimate with my boyfriend two days later I got my period is it possible that I could be pregnant from doing that | ovulation occurs from 12 to 16 days before the onset of menstruation. there are more chances for the couple from the 8th to the 22nd day of the menstrual cycle, counting from the first day of the menstrual period to get pregnant. there are minimal chances of pregnancy to occur in safe period if your menstrual cycle is ... | 255,679 | On Yasmin and on antibiotics for flu. Suggest some best contraceptive method. Will mirena cause to increase weight? |
I am on Ortho Tri- Cyclen Lo. I have regular periods each month, ONLY because of the BC due to my PCOS . I am 30, and my next period is due in about 12 days. I noticed a mild/pressure feeling in what seems like my lieft ovary about 3 days ago. It mainly bothers me AFTER urination when I go back to sit down, or sit and ... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The symptoms that you are having are mild side effects of the pills that you are taking. usually the symptoms subside on their own in few weeks. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Tayal ,drrakhitayal@gmail.com | 255,680 | Can one be pregnant despite having a period after intercourse? |
Hello, I am 27 years old mother of two young children. I started the Yasmin birth control pill 5 weeks ago. I have had constant pain in my leg which has lasted 2 weeks and iv now noticed bright blue veins showing up on my chest and sholders. Veins dont usually show on my skin as I am olive colour. should I continue wit... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The pain in the legs with the prominent veins are likely to be due to the hormonal pill that you are taking. In case the pain in legs increases on walking then vascular disease needs to be ruled out after stopping the pills.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful ... | 255,681 | On ortho tri- cyclen lo. Feeling pressure in ovary after urination. Feels headaches and fatigue. What to do? |
Hello doctor...my girlfriend and I had an unprotected sex on the 9th day of her menstrual cycle. She took an Ipill 6hrs after the intercourse. Furthermore,she uses to have long menstrual cycle of about 36/38 days. Does she still have the chances of getting pregnant?Wht can be done further?Plz help us..We are really wor... | Ipill should be taken within 24hrs,which ur girl friend has done.In this condition getting pregnant is less than 2%..Long periods may be due to various reasons......don't worry | 255,682 | Pain in legs, bright blue veins on chest, shoulders. Started taking Yasmin birth control. Should I continue this medication? |
Hi, am 23 boy and in a relationship for the past 4 years. I wana know what are the best ways to avoid pregnancy for my gf and have safe sex. Under no circumstance i want her to get pregnant. Tell me the best contraceptive plzzz. I am waiting for your answer | HelloThanks for writing to us with your health concern.Condoms are the best choice as they protect against sexually transmitted diseases also.Again, if not willing, birth control pills can be used by her eg. Femilon.Take care. | 255,683 | Is there a chance of pregnancy after taking i pill? |
I ve been on Orthotricyclen for 4 months now. This beginning of this month s pack I missed the first 3 days and had a terrible stomach virus throughout the next week and a half. I had severe diaherra and vomiting and didn t know this would have an adverse effect on my birth control . I unprotected sex with my husband a... | HelloThanks for writing to us with your health concern.Yes, diarrhoea and vomiting would reduce the efficacy of the birth control.Please take a pregnancy test if you skip your period.Take care. | 255,684 | Suggest best ways to prevent pregnancy |
I was on birth control pills after having 3 abortions. Most recent one in oct-nov 11. My doc put me on Sprintec. I stopped taking the pills about 2 1/2 months ago and found out that I m 3-4 weeks pregnant. I would like to keep the baby but I m really concerned if the pills have any negative effects on the baby.( I hear... | HelloThanks for writing to us with your health concern.SPrintec has no side effects on the baby.Please do not be nervous about it.The effects wear off in a matter of weeks.Take care. | 255,685 | Unprotected sex, no ECP taken. On Orthotricyclen birth control, missed pills, had diarrhea, vomiting. Birth control still effective? |
My girlfriend has been on birth control for the past 3 months. She hasn t had her period in 40+ days but has had 3 home pregnancy tests show up negative at the 10 days late, 20 days late, and 40 days late marks accordingly. She s had 2 random nosebleeds in the past 2 days but no signs of pregnancy. Could it be due to t... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The random nose bleeds can be due to the hormonal pills also. But it is best to rule out the local causes like dry nose or infections after a proper examination.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Tayal ,drrakhitayal@gmail.com | 255,686 | Pregnant, wants to keep child. On sprintec birth control, stopped. History of abortions. Will pills have negative health impact on foetus? |
I have a new birth control pack that is supposed to start tomorrow(ended the in actives today) I went to go to bed and realized the first 2 pills(sunday and monday are missing)...I don't know what happened to them if took them in my sleep or what...but I don't know what to do? Should I just continue until tuesday and r... | Hi,Since you are not sure whether you have taken the pills or if the pills are missing otherwise, I would suggest going for a new pack and start the medication as per schedule in order to avoid unnecessary hassles. Even if you have taken the pills, it would do no harm as you have already skipped one day. Also, if you t... | 255,687 | On birth control. Missing periods. Pregnancy test negative. Nose started bleeding. Is it due to birth control? |
hi i have been on Norethisterone 5mg 6 months and before then i was on prempak 25 mg since i have had surgery i have been on mood swings and still my hair falling out can you tell me how long will i have this for as i am 50 yr old i am also taking iron for my anaemia and have been on this for 7 months still on this i h... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The mood swings and the hair fall that you are having can be due to the hormonal tablets that you are taking. Consider changing the brand to a ore suitable one.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Tayal ,drrakhitayal@gmail.com | 255,688 | What to do if birth control is taken earlier than required? |
Hi I m 17 years old I had sex three days after my period my boyfriend and is family is extremely fertile and Spanish I was pregnant once before and I was wondering if it would be likely for me to be pregnant. I had sex a day or so ago would the plan b pill be recommended at this time? | Hello,Yes, you can have the emergency contraception now as you are still in the stipulated period. If you have regular 28-30 day cycles, it is more likely that you are in the safe period as you have just come off your period and this becomes an added advantage. In future, please plan for a regular form of contraception... | 255,689 | On norethisterone 5mg. Started mood swings and hair fall after surgery. Taking iron for anaemia. Any advice? |
Me and my gf had an unprotected sex on july 28th but before 72 hrs she hav taken an i-pill, next aug 9th(not sure may be 9th) she got her period but next month she hav,t got her periods till now, She hav taken a home pragnency test on 10th oct and it was negative. is thr any chances of being pragnent? Can anybody plz h... | Hello!Thanks for your query.If she have took emergency pill and pregnancy test is negative ,she have no chances to be pregnant.Delay periods have many causes like;excess stresshormonal imbalance weight changes ectPCOSShe can contact with her gyn to determine whats the cause of delay periods.Take care | 255,690 | Can plan B be taken to avoid pregnancy after having sex? |
Hi I took levonelle a day after having 5 days of unprotected sex. My period then came a week early and only lasted for two and a half days and much lighter than usual (I had no pain, or any symptoms I usually get with my period). I checked the fertility calculator and saw that during the days I had sex they were my mos... | Hi,If you had regular unprotected intercourse during the fertile days, then you have pretty good chances of being pregnant. A single tablet does not and cannot cover all those days. Yet, the fact that you had some bleeding points to a withdrawal bleed and this goes against the possibility of conception. I would suggest... | 255,691 | Is pregnancy possible while taking i-pill? |
Hi. I have a strange sensation like fluttering muscle spasms in my rectum and vagina. No pain but it s happening more frequently over the past week. Bm s normal. Just had an IUD removed. Family history of endometriosis. I have no idea what it could be: IBS? | Hi,The presentation of IBS would be different and your clinical picture does not suit. Given the family history of endometriosis, I feel that it should be excluded before anything else. Infection is another possibility as are the simple muscle twitching precipitated by electrolyte imbalances. Please take the advice of ... | 255,692 | Is there any chance of pregnancy despite of birth control pills? |
Hi. I have been taking Aviane Birth Control Pills for about 8 months now. I haven t missed a pill, and just recently I have missed this month s period...I spotted very little a couple weeks back but even that is rare for me. I have always had my periods on the pill...What should I do? Is it a sypmtom to miss a period o... | As time goes on for women on birth control pills it is not unusual to stop having en daily withdrawal bleeding. Over time the progestin in the pill wins out and the lining of the uterus thins beyond the ability of the low-dose estrogen formulations to produce enough thickness to cause withdrawal bleeding. There is no ... | 255,693 | Can removal of IUD cause muscle spasms in rectum and vagina? |
hi my is ahley im a 21 year old female i have just had a baby 4 months ago and I am exclusivly breast feeding and have the i.u.d birth control i had unprotected sex two day before getting it inserted but used the pull out method as a form of birth control ive had my i.u.d in now for about three months and a half i have... | The only time you could have conceived would have been in the two days prior to the IUD insertion and it is highly unlikely due to your exclusively breast-feeding at the time of insertion.The simple pregnancy test should answer your question. As to whether or not the symptoms you are experiencing I do a pregnancy fatig... | 255,694 | Taking Aviane birth control pills. Missed periods. Mild spotting. Is it normal? |
Hi i am 22 years old girl i take ipill on regular basis..i had sex in march and took ipill and even had mu periods that month but after that till now i did not have my periods. My pregnancy test is negetive and i even took gynaset tablet but still there is no sign of blood . I do have menses symptoms like cramps and wh... | HelloThanks for writing to us with your health concern.The I pill disturbs the menstrual cycle, that could be a reason.Do not self medicate.Consult a gynecologist for a formal evaluation and a pelvic ultrasound.According to the status of the endometrium ( lining of the uterus ), further treatment would be advised.Take ... | 255,695 | Lactating mother, unprotected sex before IUD insertion. No periods. Dizziness, nausea, fluttering in stomach. Side effects of IUD? |
hi my name is ivy i have been on the birhtcontrol yasmine since september 2, 2010 and the last pill i have taken was june 4, 2012. and a week i think after that i had some spotting for a couple of days. And now im wondering how long does it take for my normal period to return? and i also had unprotected sex july 1st an... | Hello IvyThanks for writing to us with your health concern.Generally, normal periods after stopping birth control, resume within 3 months, sometimes it might take longer, upto 6 months.Ovulation might resume earlier, if you wish to avoid pregnancy, protection is a must.Take care. | 255,696 | Taking i-pill on regular basis after intercourse. No periods. Pregnancy test negative. Have white discharge and cramps. Took gynaset. What to do? |
hi, ive been on the depo for 3 years now, and i had unprotected sex on saturday and its now thursday, today i had a brown lump on my underwear which looked just like a blood clot, but now i am bleed a bright red colour, is this signs of becoming pregnant and miscarrying? ive never experience this im my 3 year of being ... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The mild bleeding after unprotected sex is not suggestive of pregnancy or miscarriage. This can be due to the side effect of depo shot or mild injury caused by vigorous sex.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Tayal ,drrakhitayal@gmai... | 255,697 | Spotting after taking yasmine birth control pills. When will I have normal periods? Pregnancy chances? |
I had overian cict in age of 15. Now I m 30. From that time I was on hormon medication with birth control till my 26th birthday. I had year with just two periods and then 2 years with perfect times +/- 2 days periods last 4-5 days, so normal. 3 months ago my boobs swollen and I had problems with sleeping due to so sens... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The presence of ovarian cysts or the birth control pills can cause a breast pain like you are having. This usually subsides once you stop taking the pills.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Tayal ,drrakhitayal@gmail.com | 255,698 | Bleeding after having unprotected sex. On depo. Is it a sign of pregnancy or miscarriage? |
i had i pill after 30 hrs of unprotected sex, but during those 30 hrs i had 2 sessions one 29hrs back another just one hour back...thiought it would cover for 72 hrs...now i am very worried whether it will prevent pegnancy or not..it was on 12th day of my cycle....and today it is 25th day...please help | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. Yes. I-pill taken within 48 hours of unprotected sex gives around 95% protection against unwanted pregnancy. You can take the pill.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Tayal ,drrakhitayal@gmail.com | 255,699 | Suffering from swollen breast, abdominal pain. Pregnancy negative. History of ovarian cist with birth controls. |
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