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What are the side effects if crisanta ls is used on a daily basis and morning after pill is taken regularly in a month.i have been taking morning after pill regularly since a month.and using crisanta every day.periods have not occured yet.what can i do next.do i have to take a morning after pill after unprotected sex e... | HelloThanks for writing to us wiith your health concern.If you are using Crisanta regularly you do not need a morning after pill at all.Taking a morning after pill minimizes its efficacy and maximizes side effects.The reason for the irregular and delayed period is the regular intake of the morning after pill.It is just... | 255,700 | Will taking i pill after 30hrs of unprotected sex, prevent pregnancy? |
I havent been taking my birth control pills since the beginning of this month and I had unprotected sex about 30 hours ago. I dont have a way to get plan b right now. I've seen online how I could take extra doses of the birth control Tri-Sprintec as use as an emergency contraceptive. Is this safe? If so, what would the... | hi thanks for your question,Tri-Sprintec may not be effective for up to 7 days after you begin taking the first cycle of pills. Use a back-up method for first 7 days after you start Tri-Sprintec.it is not an emergency contraceptive.emergency contraceptive should within 72hrs of unprotected intercoure.i would suggest yo... | 255,701 | Can Crisanta LS can be taken along with contraceptive regularly? |
I ve been using the birth control pill Mononessa religiously for 6 months now, never missing a day and always taking it at the same time. My boyfriend and I never really thought to use condoms because of this. But lately I ve been feeling quite strange. I m tired all the time, eat more than I ever have before, odd crav... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The symptoms that you are having are due to the side effects of the birth control pills that you are having. These are the usual side effects and will gradually decrease with tine.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Tayal ,drrakhitay... | 255,702 | Can i take high doses of 'tri-sprintec' as an emergency contraceptive? |
Hi, I m 18 and on the newer version of the pill , Rigevidon. I m on my 7day break (without having missed a pill) as required but also had unprotected sex with my boyfriend a couple of nights ago. I was wondering what the chances are of becoming pregnant and the difference between the actual period and a withdrawl bleed... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. Since you are taking the pill regularly you are protected against pregnancy even during the 7 day pill free period. Withdrawal bleeding is usually milder than period.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Tayal ,drrakhitayal@gmail.com | 255,703 | On birth control Mononessa. Feeling tired, cravings, nausea, heart burn, headaches and mood swings. Not pregnant. Medication side effects? |
Hi I have a 31 day cycle first day of last period 1st june I had unprotected sex but didn t get the morning after pill until 62 hours later which was the 18th june....I aslo started taking levest contraseptive pill on that day....I have no had a period yet I am late do you think I could be pregnant or will I not have a... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The delay in periods could be due to a hormonal imbalance caused by the high dose hormonal pill that you have taken. This can also be due to pregnancy which needs to be ruled out after a urine test.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi... | 255,704 | Taking Rigevidon pill. Unprotected sex. Chances of pregnancy? What is the difference between the periods and withdrawal bleeding? |
I have a history of ovarian cysts , but have been on Previfem for over a year (a Mirena before that, several other pills throughout the years and at one point Depo-Provera ) . . . . had an ultrasound last week. The nurse said it was unremarkable, except for some free fluid. She said it could be from a ruptured ovarian ... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The heavy bleeding that you are having could be due to a hormonal disturbance caused by the ovarian cysts. Instead of regular combined pills higher dose pills will help you.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Tayal ,drrakhitayal@gmai... | 255,705 | Took emergency contraceptive pill after unprotected sex. No periods. Pregnant? |
The Pill . im 15 and i have just been put on the pill because i have iregualar periods. (IM NOT PREGNANT) and the 2nd night of taking the pill i threw up. im now on my 3rd night and worried im gonna be sick in the morning. my doctor said i would get morning sickness but she said like just the feeling of being sick not ... | no ot is not normal to vomit. but nothuing t worry as its a mild side effect which wil lgo on its own . stop the pill nd use condoms. | 255,706 | Taking Previfem, history of ovarian cysts. Ultrasound showing ruptured ovarian cyst. Suffering from heavy bleeding |
Hi, I am 27 years old. I have taken one I Pill , 5 hours after having sex. Now after 2 days, I am feeling headache , lower abdominal pain and vomiting . Headache is increasing continuously. Please suggest if this is normal after taking I Pill or I need to do something. I have taken dispirin tablet for headache (one in ... | Ye these are side effects. do not worry . just wait for a few hours and it will resolve. and try not to use emergency pills frequently. | 255,707 | Vomiting after taking contraceptive pills for irregular periods. Is this normal? |
Hi, I ve been on Loestrin24 for 6 months now (just finished my 6th pack of active pills yesterday), and have been taking Amoxicillin for 5 days. I had unprotected sex twice last night (he also withdrew before ejaculating). I asked the pharmacist today, and she said that Amoxicillin affects effectiveness of the birth co... | HelloThanks for writing to us with your health concern.Amoxicillin does not affect your birth control.There is no need to take Plan B.Take care. | 255,708 | Lower abdominal pain, headache and vomiting after taking emergency contraceptive pill. Are these side effects? Taking dispirin for headache |
Hi there, i have a question. On january 5th, i started my period. It was a normal period for me, lasted about 4 or 5 days. Then, on January 17th, i had unprotected sex with my boyfriend. The next day, i bought Plan- B and took it. within 24 hours of having sex. Yesterday, the 25th, i started my period again. Is this no... | HelloThanks for writing to us with your health concern.This could be withdrawal bleed from Plan B due to the hormones.IT could be a earlier than normal period, also due to effect of Plan B.Please take a pregnancy test 2 weeks after unprotected sex.Take care. | 255,709 | Worried about effectiveness of birth control while taking amoxicillin? Any need of taking plan B? |
Hi doctor I am married n had unprotected sex with my husband and later had I pill at 71hours aftr havin sex so just wanted to knw how effective will it be n if I get preg will it effect the foetus?Pls answer my query as soon as possible me toooo tensed.. | Hello and welcome,The I pill helps prevent unwanted pregnancy if taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex. The success rate is higher the earlier it is taken. So as of now, do not worry. The chances of pregnancy after a single episode of unprotected sex are low. Also if the sex was outside the fertile days ( usually da... | 255,710 | What does bleeding after Plan B pill usage indicate? |
I think I may be miscarrying but I didn t know I was pregnant. I was having sex with my boyfriend regularly and using Microgynon birth control . I attended hospital for a pre op assessment as I am having knee surgery and the nurses told me that I had to stop using the pill that day for the operation to go ahead. So I s... | Hi thank you for asking HCMI have gone through your query. It is usual to get irregularities in menstrual cycle or a break through bleed when you suddenly stop contraceptive pills. But if bleeding is more then better to go to ER.ultrasound examination will be needed to find out the status of uterus. Progesterone or a D... | 255,711 | What is success rate of ipill? |
hi I ve had the implant in for 1year and 3months now. in the first year I experience headaches , feeling sick which on 2 occasions I was sick and dizziness , but just recently I keep getting pain and movement in my lower stomach area. sometimes I have to stay still til the pain goes, i m getting worried that i might be... | I am not sure if you are talking about a progestin implant in the arm or the IUD in the uterus. Both cause amenorrhea or lack of menstruation. There also associated with weight gain. Progesterone can also cause some bowel distention and increasing gassiness. I would recommend that you take a pregnancy test. My guess is... | 255,712 | Cramps, tireness, passing blood clots. Stopped birth control pill, had sex |
Hi, a while ago I got the birth control shot, I only got it a total of 4 times, I ve gotten my period since but they are never regular and when I get my period I reallly got it. Its been 4 month since I got my period and sometimes I have rectal bleeding , no pain and it only bleeds when I sit on the toliet, usually. I ... | The rectal bleeding in the irregular periods are not related. They are two separate problems. The most likely cause of rectal bleeding is hemorrhoids however it is important to rule out cancer. Some hemorrhoids cannot be seen externally because they are inside, which is why you may not be aware of them except by bleedi... | 255,713 | No periods post implant with weight gain, pain and movement in lower stomach area. Chances of pregnancy? |
i delivered my baby boy on 29th of oct. i.e. 2 and a half months back.... still ,me and my husband hv not made love... so which is the best time to insert copper t.... after my 1st periods or any time????my age is 32 and this is my 1st kid... is copper t safe???? which is the best one??/ | HelloThanks for writing to us with your health concern.It is best to abstain from sex for 6 weeks after childbirth.You can have the Copper T inserted straight after birth.you can alternatively have it inserted 6 weeks after childbirth, irrespective of whether your period resumes or not.It is quite safe.Many women now p... | 255,714 | Got birth control shot. Getting irregular periods and rectal bleeding, no pain. Chances of pregnancy? |
I started belara today and Im on the 3rd day of my period. When can i safely have unprotected sex. I haven t taken the pill for a few years. The packet and many websites say that I only need to wait 7 days but the pharmacist says that I need to wait at least a month. | Hi and thank you so much for this query.I will recommend that you wait for as much as a month as well. In the meantime, you may want to continue having protected sex. This will ensure that all is well before you indulge into unprotected sex. Please remember that pills do not protect against infections like HIV, syphili... | 255,715 | When do i insert copper t and is it safe? |
Hello everyone, My last menstal period began On may 23rd. I missed my entire first week of pills from my new pack so I started over on June 4th. (took two that day since the dr couldn t call my refill in until then). I was expecting my period june 20th. Well I am now 5 days late. I have been having headaches , lower ab... | It can be pregnancy so get it checked by a urine pregnancy kit after 4 weeks. Do not worry Next time make sure to use condoms. | 255,716 | Can i have unprotected intercourse inspite of being on belara? |
MY daughter has been placed on Loestrin birth control...could this be causing chest/collar bone pain? She also has been sick for over one month with a cold and was diagnosed last night with bronchitis (x-ray confirmed) but only an inhaler for medicine...............is this normal | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern looking to the history given here as you said that your daughter is given birth control pill and since then she has complain of chest and clavicle pain but this is nothing to take with contraceptive pill even such pain is nonspecific type of pain and no need to ... | 255,717 | Headache, abdominal cramps, moody. Is this because of missed pills or pregnancy? |
helo doctor...i am 25 years old and mu girlfriend is also 25 years old.she is virgin too. we want to have sex withot using condom. is there any way to do this without pregnancy. we have decided that we will do sex wiyhout a condom & i will ejaculate outside..and tthen will take unwanted 72..is it safe?plz tell me | Hello,If you wish to have sexual intercourse without barrier methods, it would be better if she goes for a regular form of contraception like oral pills instead of emergency contraception; these pills have high doses of hormone than the regular ones and thus create severe hormonal disturbances with later consequences. ... | 255,718 | Is Loestrin birth control causing chest/collar bone pain? |
Hi. I started using the ortho evra bc patch two months ago, but it fell off early and i am having nausea with some vomiting all day every day for the past 2 weeks, tender, swollen, hot, painful breasts, serious fatigue sleeping 18-22 hours a day, lower back pain, cramping, and slight spotting. Do you think this is due ... | hi,these symptoms could indicate hormonal dysfunction as well as pregnancy. Since you said, that the patch fell off early, there could be a chance of pregnancy. You need to rule out pregnancy first. If that is ruled out then these signs are due to hormonal dysfunction due to the patch falling off. | 255,719 | Is it safe to take unwanted 72? |
i am going on vacation with my husband on July 17th. I just started my birth control on the first day of my period on June 19th. I am not sure which of these is better for me to try and avoid getting my period on our week vacation. 1. to not take the sugar pills and just start a new pack of pills to try and prolong whe... | HelloThanks for writing to us with your health concern.It is always much more reliable to postpone a period rather than to prepone one.SO yes, option 1 is more reliable.Do not take the sugar pills and just start the new pack of pills.Make sure , however, that you do not miss any pills , even a single one, it might just... | 255,720 | Nausea with vomiting all day, tender and swollen breasts, excessive sleep, fatigue, light spotting. On ortho evra patch. Pregnancy or side effect of patch? |
I am trying to figure out what is going on with my body. I lost 25 pounds 3 years ago working out . I quit having periods. My gynecologist gave me pills to try to get me to start a period and it did not work. He thought it was because of my weight loss , exercise, and stress level in my life as my husband has cancer . ... | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern looking to your age and your family background this would be likely that you may not be having regular menses and according to me this is not much of concern neither this would be same for you, so why to worry about this, just forget about this and pay attention... | 255,721 | Started with birth control. Should the sugar pills be taken or start with new pills? |
Hello, I had a copper coil fitted 4.5 months ago & had non stop bleeding till 3 weeks ago when it suddenly stopped. Then I had a smear test & the bleeding started again really heavily. I am also very nauseous & suffering very bad headaches . I ve only had 2 weeks non bleeding in all the time I had the coil & before had... | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern when the history of intrauterine device is there and have heavy bleeding then this can not be said normal but instead this need to be look for underlying cause and in my opinion this could be due to the IUD only get done the test in this regard, hope this inform... | 255,722 | Periods stopped, started bleeding after taking birth control pill, not menopausal. Should I be concerned? |
hi me and my boyfriend had sexual intercourse on 9th may around 3-4 pm and it was the last day of my period and he didnt ejaculate inside me but still I have a fear of pregnancy. after intercouse i also bleed little. on next day i took an I-pill an emergency contraceptive pill at 11 am. Is there any chances of pregnanc... | Hi,It seems that there is less risk of having pregnancy, because,1, you had sex on the last day of period which is safe period,2, no ejaculation inside,3, you had taken I-pill within 24 hours.Ok and take care. | 255,723 | Bleeding after having copper coil fitted, nausea, headache. Is this normal? |
6 weeks after giving birth I had unprotected sex. I got the morning after pill 15 hour after. I had a bleed 3 days later. That was 6 weeks ago, should I have not had a period by now...could I still be pregnant after having that bleed and taking the Morning after pill? | HelloThanks for writing to us with your health concern.Chances of pregnancy are remote because -1. Rarely does ovulation resume 6 weeks after childbirth, in particular, if you are breastfeeding.2. Morning after pill when taken within 24 hours offers more than 95 % protection.3. THe morning after pill can delay or pre -... | 255,724 | Is there any chances of pregnancy even after taking i pill? |
Hi, am aged 26. LMD: 22 Jul 2013, Last unprotected sex: 4 Aug 2013. Am not sure i the pregnancy test kit give correct result considering the date.Does ipill today on 9th Aug help? Any over the counter medicine to be consumed as a means of precaution? pls suggest, much worried. | HelloThanks for writing to us with your health concern.First o fall please take a pregnancy test once you skip your periodBefore that do not worry.5 days after unprotected sex, there is no point in taking the I pill.Just have protected sex in the future.Take medication for medical abortion, if the pregnancy test out to... | 255,725 | Is pregnancy possible even after taking contraceptive pill? |
Hi, I am 22, 5 9 and I have trouble with my merina , I spot for a week after intercourse ( which thanks to this fact dosent happen very often anymore) and recently if idrink any alcahol the same thing will happen, I have had my smear and that s clean. I had trouble when it was inserted, I bled heavily for about 3 weeks... | You do not say how long you have had the mirena. Many women don't have menses. Like you, they like that very much. Some physicians described this IUD as birth-control that you will hate for three to six months. then love for years. If it has been more than six months and you are experiencing these difficulties and ther... | 255,726 | What do i do to avoid pregnancy 4 days after unprotected sex? |
Hi. I ve been on birth control for the past 5 years. I get my period at the same time every month for a while now. 2 days ago a mostly brown mucus discharge has been coming pretty heavily and I have slight cramps as well. I jut had my period last week. I have had unprotected sex. What s is the discharge from? When will... | Hello mam, thanks for trusting health care magic. In my opinion do your urine pregnancy test which if negative get a pelvic ultrasonography and b HCG testing because it can be an early pregnancy or worse ectopic tubal pregnancy and then visit a gynecologist with reportsAnd from next cycle onwards start using a regular ... | 255,727 | Spotting after intercourse and alcohol consumption, intermittent pain around cervix post Merina. How can I get over this? |
I have been spotting between periods and I am on the pill . I also get migraines, most often around my period but also when I am just spotting. When I get these headaches , I feel nauseous and extremely fatigued. I also seem to urinate a lot with these headaches, although this may be side effect from imitrex? Wondering... | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern, if you do have a history of migraine then in the period of menses the headache becomes very intense at this time it is really necessary to keep your anxiety level very low, you can try any analgesic medicine for this and this would come around no need to see an... | 255,728 | On birth control pill. Getting heavy brown mucus discharge, stomach cramps. Had unprotected intercourse. What is the cause of discharge? |
Hello Doctor, I m wondering what contraceptive pill you would recommend for adult acne? I used to take Yasmine and it worked for my skin. I agreed with me from a hormone perspective also I felt fine no mood swings etc... the only issue was I retained allot of fluid and put on almost 20lbs. Do you think Yasmine lite wou... | HIThank for asking to HCMI if you are male person then no need to take any contraceptive pill because nature has given best contraceptive method and that should be enough for them if you are going to take any of contraceptive pill which are taken by the female then you would face the great trouble, hope this informatio... | 255,729 | On pill. Spotting between periods. Have migraine, feels nauseous, fatigued, frequent urination. Should I go for neurologist advice? |
I am on the pill dianette and think i may be pregnant. I missed a couple of tablets and took them the following day with the others. My husband and I have decided to try for another baby anyway, but my concern is if i got pregnant while still taking this pill what is the likelyhood the foetus could be harmed. I was tol... | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern your history suggests that you are not pregnant it just your feeling and you have not done any test to confirm this so in my opinion it better to confirm the pregnancy first, taking any medicine during the pregnancy is not at all advisable least concern with the... | 255,730 | Which contraceptive pill is recommend for adult acne? Is Yasmine safe to take? |
hi,i just started using petogen 3months contraceptive last year november,ever since then i have been bleeding a brown like blood,it stops for awhile between 2-3 days and stars again,i have stopped it since,because i dont know the health implication of this...pls do advice,i dont know what is going on with my system. | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern looking to the history given here if you are taking hormone tab or have taken this, then this hormone preparation disturb the hormone cycle, and that causes the irregular menses, I believe that taking hormone preparation for contraception is not good idea, apart... | 255,731 | Taking dianette pill. Feeling of being pregnant. Effect on fetus while taking these pills? |
Hi, I m on the combined contraceptive pill Yasmin, and normally take it at 9pm. On Friday I forgot to take it and fell asleep, but woke up at 8am and took it straight away. Last night, I did the same, but this time woke up this morning at 7am and took it. I know Yasmin has a 12 hour window, but this seems to be cutting... | Dear member,Thanks for writing to healthcare magic.The contraception protection is present only when you have taken 7 continuous days of pill. As you have missed 2 continuous pill even though you have taken them in a 12 hour Window I would recommend that you abstain or use barrier (condom) for next 48 hours.Thanks.Dr B... | 255,732 | What causes bleeding after taking petogen contraceptive? |
Hello,I have been taking Qlaira pill for a year now and have had no problems.This cycle however I have had mid-cycle bleeding(mostly brown discharge ,sometimes red) and has lasted nearly 10days.Is it going to last all the way till my period?I was planning to skip my period this month(continuous use of light yellow pill... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The id cycle bleeding is usually light and is spotting only. This usually subsides in 4-5 days without any treatment. You can wait and watch if the bleeding is light.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Tayal ,drrakhitayal@gmail.com | 255,733 | On combined contraceptive pill Yasmin, missed pill. What are the risks? |
I had unpretected sex today at 2pm. I am currently on the APRI 28 birth control pill, but I just started my first pack exactly two weeks ago today. I am worried about becoming pregnant even though my partner pulled out before ejaculating. Do I take the plan B pill tomorrow morning? or am I pregnant-free? | Hello and welcome,Please do not worry at all. If you have started the pill 2 weeks ago and are taking it regularly then there is no chance of pregnancy. Also if your partner pulled out before ejaculating then there is no chance. Please do not worry. There is no need to take plan B as you are already on contraception so... | 255,734 | Had mid cycle bleeding while having Qlaira pills. How long it will last? |
im 29 yrs old female,removed copper t 2 weeks before ,that is on 6 june ,had periods on 11 june,on 15 june had pain in hands and legs for 2 days,after that 2 days swelling in hands and legs ,taking iron tablet from past 2 weeks because of low haemoglobin as 9.30 tested on 6 june.can you help me to solve my problems abo... | Hello and welcome,I am Dr Madhuri a consultant gynecologist and will be helping in your query. It seems that you are having anemia and hypoprotenemia. It means that there is low hemoglobin and low blood proteins. To correct this you will need to take iron and plenty of protein. Eat eggs twice daily [ if you are a veget... | 255,735 | Being on APRI 28 birth control pill, should I take plan B? |
Hi Me n my wife had a sexual intercourse without protection last night . Since we have a 7-month old baby, we are not planning to have a new baby soon. My wife is not on any pills or other contraceptives. Her last period started at 02-Nov and lasted for 5 days.Her normal Menstrual cycle lasts for 30-31 days.Since we ar... | Hello,Unprotected intercourse soon after a period is relatively safe, as ovulation usually occurs two weeks prior to the onset of the next cycle. Risk of conception is high around mid-cycle. Birth control pills used on a regular basis help and are advised if she is not feeding the baby. Emergency contraception can be a... | 255,736 | Having pain and swelling in the hands and legs after removing copper T. Taking iron for having low hemoglobin level. Suggestions? |
Hello, I am realy worried, I m taking evra patch every Tuesday. last week was my free patch week. last night i supposed to put my patch on but i forgot. this morning i had sex with my partner. and strait after sex i realized that i forgot to put one. then immediately i put on my patch. I just had my periods two days ag... | since you had your period, it sounds like you are safe now, and you should just continue with the patche as usual. in general though, you do need to put the patch on after no more than one week patch free, a even a few days delay can cause you to ovulate and the chances of pregnancy increase. in your case, it sounds ... | 255,737 | Is there any chance of pregnancy? |
Hi I have been on Microgynon 30 for about 7 years with no problems. However, over the last 6 months, my periods have become extremely light and all I have now is a brown discharge for a couple of days rather than normal bleeding . I am due to stop taking Mycrogynon as my partner and I want to try for a baby but I am wo... | it is not uncommon for someone who has used birth control pills for a long time to have very light periods, or Ben no periods at all. there is nothing dangerous about this, and it will not affect your ability to have a baby after you stop the pills.I hope this helps, please let me know if you have any more questions. | 255,738 | Using Evra birth control patch. Forgot to use the patch. Had unprotected intercourse. What to do now? |
hi. i am on tricyclen 21 regular for birth control . i am on my period and for some silly reason, i started to take my pills again this past sunday when i was suppose to start taking them on thursday (tomorrow). I am wondering what to do. Do i keep taking them or wait til tomorrow to start again or will my birth contro... | just keep on taking them, and the birth control will still work. the hormonal symptoms will straighten out as well. don't be concerned if your period doesn't come this month or if it is very light, as by starting the pills early you may lighten or prevent your period. there is nothing wrong with doing this.I hope th... | 255,739 | Does Microgynon 30 cause light periods with brown discharge not normal bleeding ? |
I have been on the same birth control for over 2 years now but the past couple of days my breasts have been very tender. My period should be starting on June 27 so I m not sure if it is from pms or my birth control. In the past I don t really get sore breasts before my period, or with this birth control. Could this sid... | sore breasts can be a side effect of birth control, even two years after you started, however, it is still unusual for you to suddenly have aide wedge at hat you didn't have before of the same pills. if you have had other medications recently, such as antibiotics, this might have affected how your body reacts to the ... | 255,740 | On tri cyclen 21 for birth control. Dosage for taking tricyclen 21? |
I m 17 and this is my second month talking the birth control Generness Fe. The first month my period came out to be normal. Two weeks later, I had my period again; this time is was lighter. A week later, I have gotten my period again which I am currently on. Today is my 9th day having it; it is very light (such as my s... | irregular light bleeding like you describe is a not uncommon side effect of the pills. the good news is that it usually resolves after 2-3 months and you ahod start having regular light periods as long as you take the pills regularly.please let me know if you have any more questions. | 255,741 | On birth control. Having tender breast. Is this side effect of birth control or due to periods? |
Hi, I was on the birth control tablets. But didn t take them properly or at the same time. I missed 5 tablets of my second back and now i ve stopped taking them as they wernt helping with what i got them for. Could i be pregnant? I have been off the pill over a week now and having un-protected sex. I also was having se... | HAI WELCOME TO HCM IF YOU ARE NOT ON BIRTH COTROL pills there is possiblity of pregnancy.if taking pills is very difficult you can go for contraceptive injection once in 3 months to avoid pregnancy. | 255,742 | Longer periods, mid-cycle bleeding post taking birth control named Generness Fe. Is it normal? |
I have the 3 year implant birthcontrol and I dident have a period for 2 years. Now I get them every 3 m... or so but I get two within a week. My last period was 06/03 06/09. Now its the 06/17 and I started yesterday, but its a brown discharge and I have pain in my back and lower abdomen . What could this mean? And I ha... | This may due to inflammatory action of implants, so you should consuly your gynecologist for proper medication. | 255,743 | Missed birth control pills. Having unprotected sex. Could i be pregnant? |
i think i may be pregnant and its a really complicated story. I had implanon removed after 2 and a half years due to suffering from side effects, then put striaght onto the pill . This was the start of april, a week later, on the 7th i had a period. 3 weeks later i had to come off the pill due to suffering severe migra... | Welcome on magic.comIt is important to mention that headaches are a common side effect of taking oral contraceptives and in that case usually improve over time. They can be affected by the dose and type of hormone in the pill. Some women find that their headaches and migraines improve when they start the pill; others n... | 255,744 | Have birth control implant. Missed periods for 2 years, started irregular periods, pain in back. What does this mean? |
I have been taking Mononessa for the past year regularly and skipping periods so they re only every 3 months. Last month I was switched by my pharmacist to Sprintec, which I believe is another version of Mononessa. I decided to have my period and did not take the sugar pills at the end of the pack. I start my new BC pa... | since you were only off the pills for the week you had your period, you are still protected from pregnancy. nothing to worry about, please let me know if you have any more questions. | 255,745 | Had implanon removed. Severe migraines after taking pills, stopped taking pills, missing periods. Pregnancy test negative |
Am 29years old i took three contraceptive pills ten hours before having sex,could i be pregnant?i was on pill but when the pack finished i stopped and i was not having sex but when i thought of having sex its when i took three of them but it was before sex.could i be pregnant? | HelloThanks for writing to us with your health concern.That is not the way to use pills for birth control.You have to be on the regular pill pack to have the contraceptive benefits.For emergency contraception, distinct set of pills with other distinct formulations are available.So yes there is a risk of pregnancy, part... | 255,746 | Taking mononessa from past one year. Changed to sprintec. Had no sugar pill at the end of pack. Had intercourse. Am I still protected? |
Well, I took the Plan B One-Step pill the day after I had protected sex but took it as prevention for some of my boyfriends pre-cum got on the condom, its been 3 days after I took this pill and I woke up due to severe nausea and stomach pains, also I have been feeling bloated, my breasts are a bit tender, during the da... | Hello and welcome,Yes plan B can cause nausea and breast tenderness as well as gastric upset in some women. If the nausea is severe then you may take tablet ondensetrone as a single dose. If however there is vomiting and losse motions then you will need to see a doctor to rule out a gastric infection. Also eat a bland ... | 255,747 | Is pregnancy possible while on contraceptive pills? |
hi i m 21 and this is the second time i had the implanon. Its been one month with it and im starting to feel numbness in my left arm. Also sometimes my arms starts shacking. I have also been getting symptoms like when i was pregnant. Should i be worry about this? | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern, what the history given here it said that you have device implanted and now you have numbness in your arm, and one more query is you had a somewhat same symptoms when you where pregnant in fact this is just your delusive state of mind otherwise this is nothing t... | 255,748 | Will the Plan B One-Step pill cause nausea and stomach pain? |
I have learned that women use birthcontrol as EC, certain brands require women to take 3 or 4 pills and it can be used as a Plan B, I want to know if the brand Tri-Sprintec falls under the list of birthcontrols that can be use as a EC pill and if so how many to take. | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. Tri-sprintec cannot be used as an emergency contraceptive pill in higher dosage as it is a triphasic pill and the tablets have different doses of hormones.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Tayal ,drrakhitayal@gmail.com | 255,749 | Is it a matter of concern if experiencing numbness in arm after having Implanon? |
pregnancy helloi had unprotected sex on wednessday bt did not take an emergency contraceptive pill because da due date fr my periods was saturday(today) but den when i did not get my periods today i got scared and took an ipill.. i took it within 72 hours though. is der any chance that i maybe pregnant? | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern look no method is hundred per cent give you protection against the pregnancy, even after taking the pill within 72 hours chances would be there for pregnancy, because this agent disturb the hormone but may not prevent the fertilization of ovum for sure, hope thi... | 255,750 | Is Tri-Sprintec an Emergency contraceptive pill? |
I was just wondering when is the best time to start taking Logynon Ed I am on the 2nd day of my period am I better off waiting till next month to start or can I start now. Also how long should I wait before starting to skip my period after starting to take Logynon ed | Hello!Thanks for your query.Better is to start in the first day of your menstrual cycle because seven days before you are unprotected.You need to use another form of contraception.You should wait 7 days.Take care of your self | 255,751 | Could having unprotected sex followed by intake of emergency pill within 72 hours prevent pregnancy? |
hi doctor i take levonorgestrel 1.5 dose and after that i had my period about a week later that was heavy and last 7 days and again next month i had my regular period that was a little heavy and last for 4 days but now after 6 weeks i had some pregnancy signs i dont know if it related to pill?and i am no pregnant? | Hello and welcome,If you had two normal periods ( or even one period and one episode of bleeding post pill) and then did not have any sexual episode after the levonorgestrel, there are no chances of pregnancy. So if there was no sexual episode after this then do not worry. Hope this was helpful.Thanks for asking us. Fe... | 255,752 | When can i take the medication? |
Hello, I have an implanon and I can feel it has broken in half. I have been to the doctors and they said I didn't need it removed but I am concerned, I fainted last week for no reason and am now dehydrated and have a swollen throat, is a broken implant dangerous? | Hello and welcome,I understand your concern well.We do not know if your symptoms were due to the implant or some other reason without an examination. However since the implant is broken then the contraceptive efficacy becomes questionable. We do not know how much drug it is releasing now as it is not meant to be used w... | 255,753 | After 6 weeks of levonorgestrel I have early signs of pregnancy can it be pill? |
Hi,my name is marlen. Well this saturday me and my boyfriend had sex.On sunday he told me he was very itchy and I was itchy too but with white discharged and it was hurting alittle.The next day it was just itchy and white discharge and it s still the same but the itchyness kinda reduced.What can it be? I also barely st... | Hello!Thanks for your query.Itching and white discharge are signs of yeast infection.You and your partner should be treated.Consume much yogurt and have vaginal douching with vinegar.Keep your personal hygiene .Take care of your self | 255,754 | Is a broken implant dangerous? |
Hi, I have been taking Microgestin fe 1/20 for about a month and a half, I m aware that diarrhea is a side effect but does it make me less protected? I had unprotected sex this afternoon and this evening started having stomach cramps and diarrhea, I have taken the pill at exactly the same time everyday never missing on... | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern, let me tell you something taking medicine without the genuine reason like if there is not pathological condition or some systemic disease is not there then it is not advisable at all to have any medicine this could be harmful later or sooner, better stop such m... | 255,755 | On birth control, had intercourse, itchy vagina and white discharge. What can it be? |
Pleasant day doc.. I have finished my Althea pills last wed. I am in rest now but why i still don't have a period? I have unprotected sex during my rest day of this pills, i am worried cause it might lead to unwanted pregnancy. Thanks, hoping for your favorable response. tnx.. :) | Hello and welcome,If you have taken the pills regularly then the chances of pregnancy are very low. Periods usually come in the next seven days during the pill free days. Sometimes they may not come and it is still recommended to begin the pack after 7 days. If there are no periods and you would like to continue with t... | 255,756 | Am I less protected by having diarrhea after taking Microgestin? |
OK, so this is the first month of my birth control and saturday night my boyfriend and i had sex, and the condom broke. Sunday i was due to get my period but now just got it, well kinda of. Im spotting really. I know being tired comes from period but i haven t had any cramps really, and my belly is itching. Could I be ... | Hello mam, thanks for trusting health care magic. This is most probably your period only so just wait for the proper flow to come. At times lifestyle changes lead to such deranged periods.In case you don't get your proper flow or this pattern persists get an ultrasound done to see if there is any problem with uterus or... | 255,757 | Suggest remedy to prevent pregnancy |
I have been on birth control since I was in 8th grade. This past summer I was off of it for three months and began having an irregular period again so I got back on the pill . I missed 2 pills about three months ago and started my period right then. The next day I took the 2 pills I missed as well as the one for that d... | Hello mam, thanks for trusting health care magic. In my opinion as your urine pregnancy test is negative get a pelvic ultrasonography and b HCG testing because it can be an early pregnancy or worse ectopic tubal pregnancy and then visit a gynecologist with reportsIn case you have further questions you can consult me on... | 255,758 | On birth control. Had unprotected sex. Started spotting, feels tired and itchy belly. Chances of pregnancy? |
I recently finished my birth control pack (the active days). I never take the last week because theyre just placebos, and i usually get my period 3 days after i stop the active pills. so say fridays my last active day then by monday usually. now its thursday and nothing. Ive have cramping, and today just some spotting.... | Hello mam, thanks for trusting health care magic. In my opinion do your urine pregnancy test which if negative get a pelvic ultrasonography and b HCG testing because it can be an early pregnancy or worse ectopic tubal pregnancy and then visit a gynecologist with reportsIn case you have further questions you can consult... | 255,759 | Off birth control. Getting irregular periods. Started taking birth control pills, missed periods, pregnancy test negative |
Hi, I started birth control about 2 months ago and I m on the beginning of the third month. I am now starting to bleed dark brown/red blood for about a little over a week and having cramps here and there. I haven t taken the white pills on my birth control yet so I am wondering if this is a period or I m just bleeding ... | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern from the history given here I could say that this is not the withdrawal blood but this could be retained blood, taking hormone medicine always the disturb the hormone cycle the could cause irregular menses, this is nothing to worry stop the pill if this is not t... | 255,760 | Finished birth control pack. Started cramping and spotting. Is it normal to skip periods while on the birth control pill? |
hello i am 18 years old and just lost my virginity. my mom still treats me like a child and i am scared to tell her i want to get on birth control to prevent a young pregnancy. how do i tell her i want too be on birth control with out letting her know i had sex. | Hi, At your age group barrier contraception like condom , can be started it ll not only prevent unwanted pregnancy but also STI and any of the partner can start using it and have least side effect compared to other , easily available ( so doesn't require prescription or permission ) Hope this ll help Thanks n regards... | 255,761 | Started birth control, bleeding dark brown blood, cramps. Is it withdrawal bleed ? |
Hi, I visited my family clinic last night and was prescribed cerazette as my contraceptive. I seem to remember the nurse told me I could start immediately so I took the first pill last night, however I read the leaflet and it said to wait until my next period starts to commence taking them. My question is should I sto... | Hello and welcome, Your concern is very valid. Thanks for asking us.Cerazette can be started on the first day of period, but this is not compulsory. You can start it on any day but will need to use another contraception method like condoms for the first 7 days of tablet use. After that the protection will start. So if ... | 255,762 | How to avoid unexpected pregnancy? |
i am currently on birth control and i think i could have a yeast infection, my vagina and surrounding areas are itchy but not unbearable. i have read that when on the pill you are more prone to getting these infections. i am trying to keep clean and eat healthy in the hope that it clears up by itself and if not i will ... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The itching and the brownish discharge that you are having is likely to be due to a vaginal infection. A swab culture will help in proper diagnosis.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Tayal ,drrakhitayal@gmail.com | 255,763 | How should Cerazette be taken for contraception? |
Hi doctor, i was using Triphasil and went for a refill and got Trigestrel now i don t know how to use it. on triphasil i would be on my red pill in the red area, now on Trigestrel there is no red pill for my day (monday) on the red area? should i take the red pill anyway? and will i have to use extra precautions (mecha... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. If you are having a bleeding now then you can take the red pills and then start with the next pack after finishing red pills. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Tayal ,drrakhitayal@gmail.com | 255,764 | Being on birth control, why do I have itching in vagina with a brownish discharge? |
hi doctor, today noon, almost 7 hrs b4 me & my wife had a sexual inter cause, without precaution. as our first child is 18 mnt old only we r trying not 2 've our second child now. what can we do now. is tre some tablets available now in market 2 avoid pregnancy? | Hi, There are emergency contraceptive pills which can be taken within 72 hours of unprotected sexual contact ( more effective when taken as soon as possible )& should be taken under guidance of a obstetrition . Consult a obstetrition for continuation of any of contraceptive measures ( IUCD suitable for you) to avoid... | 255,765 | Used Triphasil and Trigestrel. Should I take the red pill now? |
i ve been on the depo shot for 6 months and on the pills for 3 months after starting the shot in december i started seeing this dark brown color and sometimes i d cramp a lil and bleed or have spotting alot with the dark brown color. I ve been getting tested while this has been going on and don t have any signs of a tr... | Hello mam, thanks for trusting health care magic. In my opinion do a urine pregnancy test which if negative get a pelvic ultrasonography and b HCG testing because it can be an early pregnancy or worse ectopic tubal pregnancy and then visit a gynecologist with reportsIn case you have further questions you can consult me... | 255,766 | What medicines can be taken to avoid pregnancy after unprotected sex? |
Dear Sir/MadamI would like to say you that i want to use unwanted 72 but i don't know how to use it and what is side effect of this..?, so please tell me everything about this in details....secondly can i use unwanted 72 for long time or not..?Regards:S.Alam YYYY@YYYY | Hello and welcome, Unwanted 72 is an emergency contraceptive. It is designed to be used when there is unexpected sexual episode and no other contraceptive is available. It is not to be used on a regular basis. The dose is if it is a single tablet of 150 mg then one tablet is to be taken as soon as possible within 72 ho... | 255,767 | On depo shot and pills. Started spotting and cramps. Taking vitamin pills. Is this the side effect of birth control? |
I have the mirena iud, I have had it for at least 3 months now and today I started getting harp pains on my left lower side and in my lower stomach. It also hurt while my husband and I tried intercourse. I just wanna know if I should get it checked out. It sharp stabbing pains. | Hello mam, thanks for trusting health care magic. in my opinion you need to get an urgent pelvic ultrasonography to see for localisation of IUD as there are fair chances that it has dislodged somehow. till then you can try feeling the threads in your vaqgina which are usually drawn up in case it has dislodged.In case y... | 255,768 | How should Unwanted 72 be taken? |
I am a fifty year old man I take warfarin as I have a metal heart valve from a six year ago heart operation , my wife is still fertile and been having lots of problems with birth controll , so would it be possible for me to have a versectomy as I have to take warfarin every day we are concerned about not tacking my med... | HelloThanks for writing to us with your health concern.As long as your bleeding and clotting profile , basically INR , is within normal range, you can have a vasectomy.You would need to stop warfarin for a few days, and would be managed accordingly.Why cant your wife go for ESsure.it is less invasive compared to a tube... | 255,769 | What causes sharp pain on the lower side with mirena iud. |
I had ischemic colitis 2 years ago and almost lost halp my colon and the doctors took me off birth control pills stating this could of been the cause. They also stated I should never take the hermone treatment again. I asked my family doctor about the Mirana IUD or Depo Shot and she said she would strongly recommend I ... | Hello!Thanks for your query.All birth control pills and progestational agents (Mirena or depo-shot )have the same effect ,-Increase the risk of thrombosis.If you suffer from ischemic colitis is contraindicated to use products that contain estrogen or progesterone.You must be careful and follow the advice of your Gynaco... | 255,770 | Have metal heart valve, taking warfarin. Can I go for versectomy, wife having problem with pills? |
I have recently visited a sexual health centre to discuss the contraceptive pill . I was given a prescription of the combined pill but, on reading the leaflet enclosed in the pill box, I noticed the list of side effects. It seems that the mini-pill has a lot less side effects than the combined pill. I was wondering to ... | Hello mam, thanks for trusting health care magic. mini pill is usually prescribed to lactating mothers because it has no effect on breast milk.in other patients in my practice i prefer giving combined pills because mini pill causes -irregular spotting and highly irregular periods- depression and breast tenderness- pre ... | 255,771 | Had ischemic colitis, stopped birth control pills. Does IUD affect colon? |
Hi! I had my second Mirena IUD removed 3 months ago. I have had 3 periods since then. The first 2 were very normal and like clockwork. This last period, however, I have experienced post coital spotting a week before my period was due. The period itself showed up on time, but was different in flow and would seem to stop... | Hello mam, thanks for trusting health care magic.in my opinion i think you are having some cervical erosion or some injury to cervix because of the process of removal of IUD so its better that you visit your gynecologist and get yourself examined for the same. dont take it lightly because it can be an early symptom of ... | 255,772 | Function and side effects of mini contraceptive pill and combined contraceptive pill? |
hi I am neha n I'm taking triquiliar pill from 4 years n now a days from 2 months I'm having periods with very less blood coming . I suffered same thing 2 years back but result was negative n that was happening due to lack iron . I also messed up pills turn . please help ..........am I pregnant | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern, no medicine needed for pregnancy, conception is more natural phenomenon than the physiological one and this does not need any medicines, certain compatible condition are required for conception, presence of ovum (no matter if the amount of menses is less) coitu... | 255,773 | Extreme PMS, post coital bleeding after Mirena IUD removal. Normal pap smear. Is this normal? |
hi! Im a new user of althea and im done with the 2nd pack of althea. durind the first pack i had a long period than the usual that now i am confused when my last period took place. do i need to wait for my period before i take another pack? thanks for the help :) | You should wait for next period and give the gape of 4to 5 days and start it again.There should not be any confusion. If required take advise from family phy sician. | 255,774 | Can pregnancy happen having taking triquiliar pill? |
I have had the implanon for a yr & just started the hcg diet. I started some spotting 2night & didn't know if I should be worried? I have not had a period while on the implanon & my husband & I are not ready 2 have kids. Should I be worried? Can the hcg diet nul my implanon birth control? | first get pregnancy test.consult your doctor to go for-change in family planing method like copper t. Even your husband can use condom. hcg diet has nothing to do with pregnancy. | 255,775 | How are Althea pills used? |
i have just started taking my birth control again and have been sexually active, every time that i have sex i have been bleeding, and more recently i have had a brown/red discharge, i have had my period very recently so i am confused, how can i have sex without bleeding? | Hello and welcome,I undersatnad your query. You are having post coital bleed. The common causes of this are cervical erosion [ inflammation of the outer cervix] and polyps [ non cancerous cervical tumors]. Erosions are also caused by birth control pills. So please get a per speculum examination and rule these condition... | 255,776 | Does HCG diet affect Implanon birth control? |
hello.i had unprotected sex and 28 hours later I took Norlevo pills. It is 3 days after that and i do have a slight vaginal itching and some abdominal gas.is there a possibility to be pregnant?p.s. i had the itching since the first day after sex. thank you | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern the given history is not suggestive of pregnancy if your are worried about the pregnancy then it is better to get done the ultrasonography test but to get the accurate result you have to wait still more days, then and then the gestational sac would be visible, h... | 255,777 | How to have sex without bleeding while on birth control? |
Hi, my period is late. I missed my first pill of the placebo week, so I took two the next day. My period hasn't necessarily come. It's just a dark discharge. I did have sex with my husband a few weeks previously. Does irregular birth control intake affect my period? | I regular birth control pil will effect the period. preg Nancy test can con firm the result. In future be regular in taking pills. | 255,778 | Is it possible to get pregnant after taking Norlevo pills? |
My question regards Plan B OneStep and irregular menstruation . My last period before taking Plan B OneStep began April 27. I took Plan B on May 14. I went through another seemingly normal period (all normal but for the early timing) which ended around May 24-25. I started bleeding again on June 7. This time the bleedi... | Hello mam, thanks for trusting health care magic.In my opinion do a urine pregnancy test which if negative get a pelvic ultrasonography done to see for ovarian volume and endometrial thickness.Most probably there is nothing to worry and this irregularity is just due to plan B which contains progesterone but still we sh... | 255,779 | Will irregular birth control intake affect periods? |
I had the copper IUD fitted about 3 months ago and I ve grown accustomed to the more extreme periods I now have but for the last day or two, I ve had a really strange, thick, white discharge that is lumpy at times and goes hand in hand with some constipation and gas. My last period was just over 2 weeks ago so I m not ... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The thick white discharge if it is associated with a foul smell and itching can be due to a fungal infection. It then needs proper treatment.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Tayal ,drrakhitayal@gmail.com | 255,780 | Irregular periods after taking plan b one step. Is it the side effects of medicine? |
hello, i am generall a person who gains and looses weight over time recently ,for the past 8 months i have been having i-pills due to unprotected sex,and i also found that i have gained enormous weight,id like otknowif this is the side effects of the birth control i user to have lik ealmost 5 pills month please helpme ... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The frequent use of I-pill can be associated with the weight gain that you are having. This is a high dose hormonal pill and needs to be avoided.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Tayal ,drrakhitayal@gmail.com | 255,781 | Copper IUD, thick, white discharge, constipation, gas, fly, leg swelling. Comments? |
I had implanon in for 3 years and went with a cycle for majority of that time. Since removal 3 weeks ago I have had a strong odor not fishy but extremely strong even nausiating. Is this normal after implanon removal? Is it happening because I didn t have a cycle for so long? I also had a clear thick mucous like dischar... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The strong foul sell that you noticed could be due to a vaginal infection. This needs a swab culture to find out. Antibiotics ay be needed for treatment.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Tayal ,drrakhitayal@gmail.com | 255,782 | Fluctuating weight, usually weight gain, frequently take i-pill post unprotected sex. Side-effect? |
i took home pregnancy test yesterday n it clearly came out negative on the day of my expected period,again i took a test today the result was one strong red line n other is very light n pink in colour? m nt sure bt can i be pregnant as in my last pregnancy same happened? | Hello nand welcome,The home pregnancy tests are designed to give a positive result atleast 7 days after the missed period or three weeks after the date of conception. So in women with regular periods, most tests will give a positive result after 7-10 days after the period is missed. if the first morning sample is used ... | 255,783 | Extremely strong, nauseating smell, discharge post implanon removal. Did not get periods. Normal? |
Hello I am a 46 yr old female 5 6 130 lbs. I have always been very healthy and active person, the past few years been very tired, gastro problems more frequent diarrhea comes and goes. i have in the past had episodes of dizzy fainty spells that left my legs feeling very heavy for about 30 min this last episode my legs ... | hi, the mirena iud per say wont cause these problem.you need to rule out medical problems. Check your thyroid, sugar, cholsterol and calcium levels. Any signs of decreased libido, hot flushes, sleeping problems could be menopausal symptoms also. Check your hormone levels. | 255,784 | Is home pregnancy test reliable? |
Hi. I have been on birth control for a little over a year now. Last month I went in to get a different birth control pill because my other birth control wasn t strong enough. My boyfriend and I had sex on Saturday night and the condom broke. I was supposed to get my period today according to my birth control and still ... | HelloThanks for writing to us with your health concern.Chances of pregnancy do exist.While switching birth control, if the backup failed , it is likely.Please take a pregnancy test, you will easily know.Take care. | 255,785 | Regular fatigue, gastric problems, frequent diarrhea, episodes of dizzy spells causing heaviness in legs. Taking synthroid, having mirena IUD. Side effect? |
Hi there, i have been on birth control since 2006 (alesse) i have never had issues with spotting before. The past few months I have been very inconsistent with my pills, and have been sexually active. My partner has not ejaculated in me, but we have also not been safe . When missing the pills, I started doubling up for... | HelloThanks for writing to us with your health concern.The erratic spotting is because of the irregular intake of birth control pills.What you do right now is finish the pack ( hopefully regularly ).Stopping it out cold will only worsen your spotting.Then take a break for a month, using only condoms.Once the break is o... | 255,786 | On birth control, had unprotected intercourse, missing periods. Could I be pregnant? |
Hi, I have recently gone back onto the contraceptive Marvelon pill , I am also bulimic. I want to make sure the pill is fully digested and is going to work before i m having to make myself sick. Right now i take my pill in the mornings, but the desire to want to be sick is still there. Im feeling a lot of anxiety right... | HelloThanks for writing to us with your health concern.If you are bulimic, the pill is not for you.Please use a Nuvaring ( vaginal ring ) or a patch.That has the same action as birth control but your vomiting wont affect it.Seek treatment for your bulimia.Take care. | 255,787 | On birth control. Sexually active, missed pill, spotting, pregnancy test negative. Pregnant? Should i continue pills? |
i had an unprotected sex with my boy friend on friend evening,saturday and sunday but on monday i took some pills(postinor 2) on monday. which happen last month. i saw my period last month but it was scanty but it lasted just 2-3days. am still expecting it this months does it means am pregnant | HelloThanks for writing to us with your health concern.Take a pregnancy test to know right away.Take care. | 255,788 | On marvelon pill, bulimic, feels anxiety. Suggestion |
Hello, I need some questions answered please, my Ex girlfriend recently got a Birth Control Implant (Implanon and Nexplanon), and is depressed as it is, now suddenly after getting it she cant feel for me or anyone else, would this be the likely cause of this? | HIThank for asking to HCMI really appreciate your concern if she has birth control device implanted and having some functional problem like depression mood swing then this is not because of the birth control device the psychological condition is different and nothing to take with birth control device, anxiety and depre... | 255,789 | How long after sex can pills be taken to prevent pregnancy? |
i am a 19 year old lady who is taking epilim.i am taking epilim 200 cr and 300 cr in the morning and at night,since i am taking this pills it controls my mentruation cycle i sometimes skip three month and when they come they are heavy.i only had a fit three times in my life time and i went for a CT scan the doctors say... | You can conceive while taking these tablet this medicine is for epilepsy. you have to take ad vise from physician who is treating you for epilepsy. EEG. may have to be done. risk of epilepsy in pregNancy is to be assessed. | 255,790 | Could depression and mood swings be due to getting birth control implant? |
Hello. I am 16 years old and I have the implanon as a birth control and have had it for about a year now. I have been on my period with few days in between for about two months. I wake up in the morning and either my head or stomach hurts. My lower stomach is getting harder and bigger. And my boobs are getting bigger. ... | Hello!Thanks for your query.You dont need to worry because all these signs are side effects from using implanon.More than 1 in 100 people who take Implanon: appetite gain changes in emotions decreased libido depression feeling dizzy feeling nervous stomachpain tirednessIf these signs and symptom... | 255,791 | Can I take epilim to control menstruation when planning to conceive? |
I currently have the Mirena IUD and have now for almost 4 yrs. I don t have periods although occasionally I will cramp and then that night will have my period which consists of spotting. I started feeling VERY tired about 1 1/2 weeks ago, fingers started swelling, headaches and tender breasts. Now for the past week I h... | hi, it is possible.But still to confirm it i want you to do a pregnancy test with a UPT kit . It costs only Rs 50 and is available in all pharmacy. The instructions on how to use it & how to read the test is given on the Kit Box | 255,792 | Have implanon. Headache, stomach pain, hard and big stomach, breasts getting bigger. Help |
I just got on the Depo Provera birth control shot about a month & some days ago, on May 7th I started bleeding because of it and yesterday the blood finally stopped. It was never heavy, a brownish red color all the time. Now, today, I was using the bathroom, and when I wiped there was light brown discharge/mucous type ... | Hi,Do not worry . it is just regular discharge. But still to confirm it i want you to do a pregnancy test with a UPT kit . It costs only Rs 50 and is available in all pharmacy. The instructions on how to use it & how to read the test is given on the Kit Box regards Dr. Som | 255,793 | Fatigue, swollen fingers, headache, tender breasts, pressure in uterus, no regular periods, only spotting. On Mirena IUD. Am I pregnant? |
I am 21 woman who was on the pill ...after 6 months I noticed hair loss ...I went off the pill for a year ...no improvemnet...then went back on the pill . for another year....still no improvement...BUT I have had enormous stress these past 3 years...it has been 2 1/2 years now...when will my hair grow back...I had very... | HelloThanks for writing to us with your health concern.Your hair loss might not be related to the pill.Please consult a dermatologist and go for all hormonal tests.Stress itself is a major cause of hair loss.You can take medication if not contra indicated, such as anti androgenic drugs.All the bestTake care. | 255,794 | On provera, starts periods, having light brown mucous discharge. What does this mean? |
Hi Sir After unprotected sex I had given my GF Unwanted 72,but on very next adjacent day also we had unprotected sex,whether the same tablet will effective for next days sex also or would I need to give one more tablet at that day.. I am worried as her periods delayed this month,her due date is 8th of every month but s... | Hello,Unwanted 72 pill gives protection for next 72 hrs theoretically and you can involve in unprotected sex during this time.However, I suggest to take another pill soon after second time sexual intercourse for safety purpose.It can cause late period due to hormonal imbalance and associated mental stress. Her period m... | 255,795 | Severe hair loss, have enormous stress, on pill. Will m hair grow? |
Hello, i have taken my mt pill yesterday i have still not started bleeding. It says after taking the 1 big pill of 200mg on 1st day u r suppose to start having abdominal cramps and started bleeding with clots. now should i take my third day pills (4) of the Kushi MT kit or not. | HelloThanks for writing to us with your health concern.I hope you have consulted a doctor before taking the kit.The pregnancy should be confirmed and dated by a gynecologist before taking the medications.There are unforeseen complications such as infection, bleeding, unsuspected ectopic pregnancy etc.You can bleed anyt... | 255,796 | Will Unwanted 72 taken this day be effective after having unprotected sex the next day also? |
my period came like spotting on the 12 an i was suppose to start the pill but becuz it never flowed the saturday jus spot i started the pill the sunday and tht was the end of my period the pill had me feeling quite nauseous so i quit it and had sex once or twice whiles quittin ive still been feelin nauseous lately and ... | based on your description of what happened, it is possible that you are pregnant. it would be a good idea to take a home pregnancy test just to make sure. however, there are other possibilities as well. sometimes minor hormonal fluctuations can cause these types of symptoms due to stress, illness, weight gain or los... | 255,797 | Why there is no bleeding noticed after the intake of MT pill? |
i started depo for the first time in December 2011 , i got off depo march 2012 . every since ive been on depo ive been having brown discharge ; on may 9, 2012 i had unprotected sex . i think i started my period (light) on may 28, 2012 i normally have my period for five days will it go back to normal ? is this really my... | Any time you have unproteced sex after stopping the birth control, you are at risk for pregnancy. It is possible that the brown discharge and light bleeding is related to pregnancy. However, it is not likely, as most bleeding is not due to pregnancy, but more likely it is just a period, and it ,may take up to nine mo... | 255,798 | Spotting, not taken pills properly, feeling nauseus, weight gain in the stomach area. Pregnant? |
Hi, i am 32 yrs old mother of 1. I used birthcontrol pills for 6 months and after stopping it in nov 2011, i am not having my periods back.it is almonst 6months now. i went to doc and he did some blood test for thyroid . all came negative..doc prescribed me again birthcontrol pill for 2 months..he said if my period wil... | It is OK to use birth control at your age to start having periods again. In fact, it is a good idea and may help prevent the possibility of uterine cancer later in life. However, if you desire pregnancy, you will obviously need to talk to your doctor about what the possible causes are for your periods not coming back... | 255,799 | Continuous brown discharge post depo shot. Chances of pregnancy? |
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