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I had the implant birth control in my arm for 6 montha with no periods I had it removed and started a period a week later. This period lasted 1 week, very heavy. I had 8 days with no signs of a period and then began with brown clump stringy discharge that comes away lightly. I am getting strong pains where ovaries are ... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The increase in the bleeding during the periods after removing the birth control implant is a normal finding. This will gradually come to normal in next 2-3 cycles.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Rakhi Tayal ,drrakhitayal@gmail.com | 256,700 | Taking low Egestrel-28, missed pill, have signs of ovulation and white discharge. Will it cause ovulation by missing pill? |
I have the Mirena IUD . Within a month of getting it I began to gain weight and lose hair.... I lost 2/3 of my total hair mass. Since then, I have had severe mood swings, acne , body aches, unexplained temperatures, random bleeding that ranges from light spotting to brown sticky discharge to blood running down my legs.... | hi Thank you for the query.Since Mirena is a progesterone containing IUCD there are chances of some side effects like yours.Though Mirena is a wonderful device which treats and helps in many of the gynaecological conditions it may not have suited you.If you got Mirena inserted for a contraceptive purpose better you g... | 256,701 | Heavy periods after getting birth control implant removed. Pain in the ovary with dizziness |
I just recently started taking lo loestrin fe birth control with 24 blue pills, 2 white and 2 brown. I have taken 9 blue pills allready. Today I had unprotected sex twice. He pulled out both times but I know I can still get pregnant. I haven't been taking my birth control long enough for it to be effective yet. So I di... | Hi,It is true that you may not be well protected if this is your first cycle of use. You should have used additional protection. The pills have not been suggested as emergency contraception as there are no studies anywhere about their efficacy in this regard. I cannot assure that the pills can be effective as emergency... | 256,702 | Weight gain and hair loss after mirena insertion. Mood swings, acne, body aches and random bleeding. Is mirena safe? |
I was on the nuristerate contraceptive injection for a month and was due to go for a second shot but did not go,I got my regular period about 8days after due date to go get a 2nd shot and got another 3 more menstrual cycles a week apart and I got an abnormal light period a week ago and it lasted for 4 days which is abn... | Hi,Your symptoms are more likely due to the hormonal imbalance induced partly by the injection and partly by the failure to take the due dose in time. The menstrual bleeding is a withdrawal bleeding and has taken the form of a polymenorrhoiec cycle. You have two options; either go for additional hormonal supplementatio... | 256,703 | On lo loestrin fe birth control pills. History of having unprotected sex. Can 4 pills of lo loestrin taken at intervals act as emergency contraceptive pill? |
hi my name is neha i had levonelle one and after that my period was for 2 days i.e from 6th feb to 7th feb and it was very little and after a week i started spotting and on i.e from 13th feb to 15th feb after 15th it started bleeding more and it was little smelly so i stared eating antibiotic from 19th to 21st and on 2... | hi, Thank you for the query.you can do one urine pregnancy test which will let you know if you are pregnant. If it is negative, you can wait and repeat it after a week.If it is positive, a test called serum b-hCG can be done twice with a gap of 48 hours. .this test will help you to know if the pregnancy is conti... | 256,704 | On contraceptive injection. Mild bleeding before going for the next shot. Why? |
Hi.. My partner took a Novelon tablet after we had an unsafe sex. Now we are worried about it being effective or not as i read that Novelon are low-dose contraceptives. Moreover i read about novelon that it has to be taken continually to avoid pregnancy unlike i-pill which is used one time after sex. It hasn't been 72 ... | Hi,Novelon is not emergency contraceptive pill but regular contraceptive pill.It is not going to work.As 72 hours are not passed she can take I-pill as soon as possible.Ok and take care. | 256,705 | Took levonelle 1. Had smelly bleeding. Took antibiotics. Had unprotected sex. Stopped bleeding. Take morning after pill? |
Hi, may i ask aquestion my wife and i had unprotected sex, she was in the 15th day of period unfortunately, 5 hours later she started taking Marvelon pills 3 times aday for 3 successive days , what are the side effects expected upon her health and how far this might prevent pregnancy and what is your kind advice ,wai... | Hi,It is an oral contraceptive pill. It may bot help as much as morning after pill. It does not provide perfect contraception. Since already times has lapsed wait and watch for cycles to occur.Regards | 256,706 | Took Novelon tablet after unprotected sex. Will it be effective? Can take another pill? |
Hi i had a pomery tubaligaiton approximately 5 months ago and i am regretting evere deciding to get my tubes tied, i have six children to include my last pregnancy and would love to become pregnant again, after reading different post online im a little discouraged knowing that it may be impossible for me to ever concie... | Hi,If you have undergone tubal ligation, you have to get reversal surgery done. If its successful, you can conceive. If not, you have to undergo IVF.Regards,Dr. Mahesh Koregol | 256,707 | Had unprotected sex. Took Marvelon pills. Side effects? |
Hi, I have been using copper T from past 2yrs & as per my gynic there will be spots of blood few days before having my periods. However, since then, I have been facing problems with my periods. Excess bleeding, bleeding for more than a week, spots of blood even after the periods......... Since then I also had proble... | Hi, the changes you are encountering might be due to the copper T, as it may happen in some people, and due to over bleeding you are becoming more anemic, anemia also can cause the irregular and over bleeding. and the cycle continues. So i advise you to get it removed and have some other meas... | 256,708 | Had a pomery tubaligaiton. Want to tie the tubes. Have six children. Have PCOS. Hard to get pregnant? |
Hi, my boyfriend and I did the deed on August 29 around 1pm. I took 4pills of nordette at 11:05 August 31 (46 hrs after the deed) and will take another 4pills 12 hours after? Will it still be effective. The reason why I took ECP is because we did the deed 8hours before the 7th day of my regular pills which is althea an... | Hi,Thanks for your query. I read your query and I understand your concerns.Following is my reply:1) You are not safe.2) These tablets donot give complete protection.3) Please use other forms of contraception after consulting your gynecologistLet me know if you have anymore doubts.Regards,Dr. Mahesh KoregolIVF & Inferti... | 256,709 | Excess bleeding, thyroid problem, hemoglobin less after using copper T. Under medication. Solution? |
I have been taking the pill Estelle-35 for about 2 years now but last time I had my period I forgot to take it for a week, I started taking it again but had unprotected sex on the 6th day. I went to the pharmacist and he said i need to take the morning after pill and continue to use my pill as normal. I usually skip th... | Hi,As you have not taken the pills regularly it is difficult to guess the possibility of pregnancy.Though the chances are less better to take the emergency pill as told by your pharmacist to avoid possibility of pregnancy.And you can continue your pills as usual.But better to avoid repeated usage of emergency pills.Tak... | 256,710 | Took nordette pills after unprotected sex. Will it be effective? Chances of getting pregnant? |
hello sir...i am married since 4 feb this year...n i had sex with my husband from 5 th onwards daiily....but i had my periods on from 4th to 7th feb n we had not taken any precaution coz of d periods...but after that we had sex without protection and now yesterday i had taken an emergency i pill ....i want to ask when ... | HelloThanks for your query.The I pill is more than 95 % effective if taken within 24 hours of unprotected intercourse.So you should be safely protected as long as you did not take the pills AFTER ovulation had occurred, because then, they are not effective.You should wait for your next period.Mala D can be started on t... | 256,711 | Had unprotected sex. Forgotten to take Estelle. Is this okay? |
I have taken birth control religiously for the past 4-5 months. My last period started on the 7th of this month. I missed two birth control pills last week, Monday and Tuesday to be exact in my second week. I doubled up the next two days and have taken it everyday since. I haven t had any intercourse either. I experien... | Hello,The missed pills are the cause for the breakthrough bleeding. You may be getting some symptoms like PMS that you may usually get with cramps, nausea, bloating etc. Nothing majorly to worry about.But have protected sex this month.You cycle will regularise eventually. Just keep taking the pills as usual. | 256,712 | <br>Had unprotected sex after and during the periods, took I-pill. Time to start birth controls?<br> |
I am currently on Lo Loestrin fe but can not afford this medicine as it is a tier 3 and costs a lot of money. The bad thing is this is the only drug that I have been able to take. It has cut down on my headaches and mood swings. I tried the generic Junel for Loestrin but it made me feel like I had the flu and gave me... | hi,Thanks for the query.Yes there are other generic birth control pills also those can possibly useful to you.You can choose low dose pills with your doctor advice that can help in contraception and with less side effects.Generally in our clinic we prescribe krimson 35, loette etc. as low dose pills.The usually prescr... | 256,713 | Back pain, cramps, breakthrough bleeding, missed BCP. Normal? |
Hi i had an IUD then started Avianne in early June. My periods are usually 5 days. I had heavy bleeding for 4 days, then nothing for 2 days, then heavy bleeding with clots and change of tampon every hour for four more days. I have no pain. Could this possibly be the Avianne? What are some other possibilities ?Thanks... | HelloThanks for your query.It would not be the Avianne.Birth control would cause mild spotting / bleeding.THe IUD is generally responsible for such heavy bleeding, or if you have had it removed, hormone withdrawal could be responsible.Being on blood thinners, thyroid hormone imbalance, anemia, polycystic ovaries, endom... | 256,714 | On Lo Loestrin. Symptoms of flu with vaginal dryness after taking generic Junel for Loestrin, generic of Yaz. Any other generic birth control? |
I m on Loestrin 24 FE for about 7 months now & I m on the second week of white pills and this morning noticed some brown discharge as well as some blood . Not suppose to get my period for another 2 weeks when i start brown pills. Nervous that this is not normal. is this normal? also first time every been on birth contr... | HelloThanks for your query.You seem to be having breakthrough bleedingPLease do not worry, as this is quite NORMAL with pills, particularly in initial months.Continue taking the pills as recommended, do not skip any of them.If the spotting continues, and does not stop within a couple of days, consult your healthcare pr... | 256,715 | Had IUD then started Avianne. Had abnormal periods but no pain. What could be the cause? |
Hi I am 31 yrs old and trying for pergnancy for past 1 yr but still not. My husband s sperm count is on the burder as per the doc and my doc suggested me to take Duphaston tab for next 3 month. My periods is very regular and last up to 3 days. My weight is 57 kg and height is 5.2 ft. I grow some achne over my face duri... | Hellothanks for your query.Please consult an Infertility specialist first.have basic hormonal tests done.Have a cycle of follicular monitoring to check if your ovulation is alright.Your husband should consult an Andrologist, and have evaluation to know the cause of abnormal semen analysis.Sometimes, if the semen count ... | 256,716 | On Loestrin 24 white pills, had brown discharge with blood. Periods not due. Is this normal? |
I am a 49 year old, very healthy and fit woman. I have been on Lupin contraceptive tablets (Levonorgestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol & Ethinyl Estrdiol Tablets) for the last year, with no problems. However, for the last four weeks, I have had an ongoing menstrual period (extremely light) that does not seem to want to stop.... | Hi, the cause of the irregular periods may be anemia, harmones, infection etc. I advise you to take more of green leafy vegetables, pulses, sprouts, and proteine rich foods. I to my patient with such symptoms prescribe fluconazole, cifixime, iron preparations. Thank yo... | 256,717 | Trying to conceive. Cramps, acne. Sperm count on the borderline. Taking duphaston. Suggest? |
Hi. Im on yasmin for two years. On 11th I had bleeding since I finished the pack until 13th. Then I started the pack on 14th til 18th. Since I was busy working and travelling I missed the pills from 19 til 25th. I had a withdrawal bleeding from 23rd which started as brown discharge. On 24th it stopped a bit then had un... | Hi dear, birth control pills are effective only when taken regularly in a prescribed format. Missing the pills exposes you to the risk of pregnancy.If you had your periods on 11th, than, 24th will be counted as your fertile periods, despite you having slight withdrawl bleeding midway. In my view there are all chances ... | 256,718 | On Lupin contraceptive with no problems. Have had light period that does not stop. No pain or clots. |
Ok well im on the Nexplanon (Implant) Birth Control & I been on it for 3 months now & never saw no sign of blood & I never felt any cramps. But since last week I've been cramping & spotting after sex. I would bleed for a few hours & cramp but then it'll stop until the next time I have sex It'll do it all over again lik... | Hi, most of the time it wont have periods, while on nexplanon, but the cramps and spotting after sex may represent the pelvic infection. I advise you to consult a gynacologist for diagnosis and treatment. Anemia also may be the one of the causes. Thank you. | 256,719 | On yasmin, had bleeding. Missed the pill and had withdrawal bleeding. Had sex followed by bleeding. Pregnant? |
Sir I had unprotected intercourse for three days but took an emergency contraceptive pill before 72hours...the last day I had coitus was a high fertility day...but my partner responsibly practiced coitus interuptus all the time...yet m worried of conceiving..further more I had spotting lately...but no proper periods ye... | HelloThanks for your query.Please do not worry about the spottingAfter taking emergency contraceptive pill, most women experience some form of spotting / bleeding within a few days, due to withdrawal of the hormones.Alongwith coitus interruptus, if you took the pill within 72 hours, you have done the best you could.If ... | 256,720 | On Nexplanon but never had sign of blood and cramps. Now have cramping and spotting after sex. Meaning? |
Hello Doctor,While having sex the condom torn off, and so I took a "morning pill" the next day...Then I again had intercourse the same day and the next day but I am not sure if my partner ejaculated inside or not. Now I am uncertain if I should take another "pill" because according to internet, its not wise to take pil... | Hello,This Morning after pill works for 72 hours for no matter how many inter courses you had within that period.And Yes! you are right you should not use Emergency Contraception because it is not a regular contraceptive.Instead,Use regular oral contraceptive pills Condom when used along with spermicide is more effecti... | 256,721 | Had unprotected intercourse, took ipill. Worried of conception as coitus was on high fertility day. Advise? |
hi my partner feels really really sick and she keeps getting hot and cold flushes and her eye sight goes funny and shes got burning cheeks and her periods have stopped even tho shes got the implant shes had the implant four times before and used to have a period every two weeks she hasn t had one for nearly two months ... | Hello It depend on the age of your partner . These could be occurring due to hormonal imbalance . She needs to see her doctor again for thorough examination as to why shepherds after sex. She needs a pat smear and ultrasound also . If she is over 40 yrs of age she may be peri menopausal. It needs to be determined wheth... | 256,722 | Had sex and took ipill, had intercourse again. Cannot take ipill frequently and don't want to be pregnant |
Hi. I am taking Lutera birth control, but missed two days in week 3. Unfotunately I didn't read the pack properly and so took the make up pills for the next two days. I now see you only do this if you miss pills in week 1 or 2.The missed pills were thursday and friday, i took 2 pills yesterday and today. But now to... | Hello,You may continue with the same regimen if there is spotting or little bleeding.It the bleeding is heavy consult your doctor.It is little likely that ovulation occurs with missing of one or two doses. | 256,723 | Hot and cold flushes, reduced eyesight, burning cheeks and mood changes after having contraceptive implantation. Any suggestions? |
I've been on the pill for 11 months now and regularly having sex using the pill as my only contraception. 2 months ago I missed 1 or 2 pills and (though I'm not sure of the timeline exactly) soon after I had sex without any other protection. I never got my period that month (though there might have been some sort of sp... | Hi,Thanks for writing in to us.If you have missed more than two pills on an earlier cycle then the contraceptive action of the pill cannot be guaranteed to work for the remaining part of the cycle. In that situation, you must use a barrier like a condom with your partner for protection.Talking about your sketchy memory... | 256,724 | Had missed taking pills Lutera, so took afterwards. Have cramps and light bleeding. Suggest? |
I recently switched from Beyaz birth control to Tri-Previfem. I have not finished the first week of my new birth control, but i have already been having side effects that I am worried about. I have loose stool (not liquid diarrhea, but very soft stool) at least twice a day but never more than three times a day since i ... | Hello,Women who change birth control pill or use for the first time, more commonly get adverse effect for first 1-2 months. Birth control pill takes time up to 1 month to adjust with body hormones and give highest protection. In this time period, some back up method like condom needs to be used for highest effectivenes... | 256,725 | Have forgotten to take pill after sex. No periods, pregnancy test negative, had cramps. Underlying cause? |
hi, my wife had copper T since last 3 years and when we went to a hospital they said threads are not visible and need to use some special instruments to take it out. is this something serious? we are planning to go to hospital today. we did the scan and result showed the Copper T is in correct place. Can someone help i... | HelloThanks for writing to HCMShe doesn't require any surgery at all.Taking out of slipped Cu-T is very simple process with the help of certain instruments.Position of Cu-T is already confirmed on USG and it in uterine cavity, so it is very simple to it out.In some cases, Cu-T retracts inside uterus or endocervical can... | 256,726 | Loose and soft stools after switching from Beyaz to Tri-previfem birth control. Any problem with effectiveness of birth control? |
I was inserted a Copper T a year back, and my periods were regular since then. However, it has been more than 50 days now since I had my last period. I have a doubt, whether I have got the pregnancy, as I checked with the Pregnancy test card which is showing positive. Pls let me know, is there a posibility of the PT ca... | HelloThanks for your quer.The urine pregnancy test is 97 % reliable in diagnosing a pregnancy.If it is showing a positive result, you are undoubtedly pregnant.Pregnancies with the Copper T in situ are rare, but they do occur.Please consult a Gynaecologist immediately if you wish to terminate the pregnancy.take care. | 256,727 | Had copper T since and was not visible to take out. Asked to use instruments to take out. Suggest? |
I lime in a country where emergency contraception is banned however birth control is sold. I was told that some forms of birth control can be taken in a higher dose to act as emergency contraception. I have Yasmin would it be sufficient to take 2 pills and then 12 hours later another 2 pills? I understand it is not as ... | Hi thanks for asking on HCM.Yasmin is a low dose oral contraceptive pill. So, you should take 4 tablets of Yasmin as the first dose within 72 hrs of unprotected intercourse followed by 4 more pills after 12 hrs of first dose.I also want to inform you that its efficacy is similar to morning after pills and you need not ... | 256,728 | Delayed periods, have inserted Copper T. Could Cu-T have disfunctioned ? |
Hi, Im 16 years old. I recently started the Depo shot in December of 2012, and automatically stopped having periods. I didn t have one in January, and when February came along I didn t get my period when I normally would either. How ever last week on February 18th I started having a small, what I thought was a period. ... | Hello,First thing, you must exclude possible pregnancy by undergoing one home pregnancy test or blood test for beta-hcg. Though, failure rate of depo shot is quite low (0.3%).Depo shot has several side effects like irregular spotting, delayed period or amenorrhea, headache, abdominal bloating or cramp etc. It is more c... | 256,729 | Can birth control pills taken in higher dose act as emergency contraceptive pills? |
I have had the mirena iud for 3 months with approx 6 days of no bleeding here and there. Mostly it's been a tolerable spotting, for the past week I have been on a heavy period which is becoming lighter. Although I've had clots throughout the periods today I have seen a somewhat large size the length of a small tampon. ... | Hello,Welcome to Healthcaremagic.Yes you may have anemia.But this needs either iron tablets or injection depends on your hemoglobin level in blood.Regarding your spotting and heavier bleeding, It is very common with Mirena IUD for initial 3 to 6 months.Thus your body needs adjustment for the Mirena IUD.After these 3 to... | 256,730 | Am on depo. Getting strange period. Is it normal? |
I had mirena inserted over a month and a half ago. My period came andWent with hardly any issues. This was great seeing that I have alwaysExperienced very heavy periods. However, my next period is due in a weekAnd I have been experiencing frequent urination. I urinate and after 2 minutesI feel pressure and a very stron... | Hi,I feel that you should see your gynecologist for a physical exam to ensure that the IUD is in position. You should also get a serum beta-hCG assay to exclude/confirm pregnancy as well as urinalysis. You should get the device removed immediately if either you are pregnant or if the device has been displaced. If it is... | 256,731 | On and off spotting followed by heavy period with large clots, lightheadedness when getting up. On mirena IUD. Anemia? |
Hello,I am on a birth control with 3 different doses (lower in the first week, higher in the second and highest in the third). I accidentally took one of the highest doses when I was in my first week (when I should have been on the lowest dose). Am I still protected? When I noticed today I took the next lowest dose i... | Hello ma'am.Yes you are still protected, please continue as advised by your doctor, i.e. continuing with the lower dose now and gradually changing every week.It is also best to keep your doctor informed.Hope this helps.Best wishes. | 256,732 | Experienced heavy periods after Mirena inserted, frequent urination, pressure and strong urge. Why ? |
I have been on the 3 month birth control pill for over 2 years and for the past 2-3 days I've been feeling like my period is coming: low back pain, cramping and bloating. I haven't missed any pills lately and my period isn't due for 4 weeks. Why is this happening? It's never happened before atleast not when I'm not on ... | Hello ma'am.It looks as though your symptoms are a sid effect of the contraception you are on.I would recommend you visit your doctor for further management by either changing the contraception or help releive you of your symptoms. Do not worry ma'am, these are common side effects with contraception use.Hope this helps... | 256,733 | Taken birth control pill not in the order prescribed. Am i still protected? |
I'm on the pill but forgot to take the pill on the saturday before my 7 day break starting on the Thursday. Usually in this circumstance I would back to back packs but I totally forgot to and then my partner and I had sex without a condom 2 days later on the Saturday. I then got my withdrawal bleed on the Sunday but it... | Hi thanks for asking on HCM.As you already had withdrawal bleeding, chances of pregnancy are very less(almost negligible). To be sure you can do pregnancy test now( better to go for serum beta HCG test, blood test) and it will clear your doubts.As it is already 2 weeks back, this test can be done now for accurate resul... | 256,734 | Have low back pain, cramping and bloating, on birth control pill. Not due for periods. Why is this happening ? |
Hi there. I have had copper iud for 9 years altogether, last one has been in for 4. I have recently started to suffer with panic attacks out of the blue. I have had severe vertigo and a ringing in my ears for last 2 years. I am a very busy hairdresser and very sociable so as you can imagine it is hard work. I have been... | Hello, It is very unlikely that your problems are because of your coil. Copper toxicity due to copper T IUCD has not been reported. The dose of copper in the coil is very small and it primarily is released into the uterus and acts locally to p roduce contraceptive effects. First, you need a thorough general checkup inc... | 256,735 | Forgot taking birth control pill, withdrawal bleeding lasted only 3 days. Chances of pregnancy? When can i get accurate results? |
I got my contraceptive implant removed on Tuesday. I kept the bandage on for the 24 hours like they recommended, and kept the stitches on for as long as possible, but they started to peel off when I was in the shower tonight despite having my arm wrapped in plastic. Once I took them off because they were basically of... | Hello,Keep the area clean,put an antibiotic cream locally and apply a sterile bandage over it.Your wound shall heal in next 5-7 days.I hope you are not diabetic because uncontrolled diabetes can hamper the healing process.Thanks | 256,736 | Have copper IUD. Have panic attacks, vertigo, ringing in ears, headaches, runny nose, heartburn. Reason? |
I'm currently on alesse, today is Friday I missed taking the pill last Saturday and Sunday (first week of the pack, I start my packs on Mondays). I took two pills Monday and two Tuesday. I did bleed for a day or so. I've had unprotected sex multiple times during the week and twice where he finished in me. When is the e... | Hellothanks for your query.The earliest you can take a pregnancy test is when you miss your normal period, the one you had before starting the current pack, count 30 days from then, and if you do not have your period by then, take a pregnancy test.even if you get a regular withdrawal bleed, pregnancy is not ruled out.T... | 256,737 | Contraceptive implant removed, bandage peeled off, blisters near stitches. How to speed up healing, prevent infection? |
My period ended on a friday (took my first active birth control pill that afternoon) and I had unprotected sex saturday morning. I took Next Choice approximately 3 hours after in fear my birth control wasn t doing it s job because it was my 1st pill of the pack. (I ve been on birth control Apri for about 8 years now) I... | HelloThanks for your query.YOu are at least risk for pregnancy for the following reasons -1. Sex on the day just after your period is least likely to result in a pregnancy.2. you are already consistently on birth control.3. You also took emergency contraceptives.4. 10 negative pregnancy tests are more than enough to re... | 256,738 | Had unprotected sex, had bleeding. On alesse, missed pill. Why did it happen? |
Hi Dr. I am Nilesh. age 27. Last three month we have married. My wife age 21. We have planned for family planning. but last Saturday we have enjoy the sex but not intercourse only touch vagina & penis. We have don't take any precautions. Then my semen fluid comes out from penis & drop far away from vagina. I don't wan... | Hi, Thanks for writing to us. The chances of pregnancy are very rare with such type of sexual activity as you mentioned but precaution is always important if you want to avoid pregnancy. You should consult a gynecologist for future planning to avoid pregnancy. She can take oral contraceptive pills for family pla... | 256,739 | Had unprotected sex after periods. Taking birth control. Pregnancy test negative. Should I be worried? |
I had a baby feb last year went on the depo straight away, but didnt have it from decemeber.. I thought i came on about 3 weeks ago but it turned out to be a tiny bleed and now i have sevear back pain , im so tired, my nipples hurt, and i feel sick every now and then, i did a test last week which came back negative? Bu... | hi dear,sore nipples wit spottoing or irregular bleeding occurs with depoprovera also. But, if you have not taken the injection for months and experiencing breast tenderness with faintly positive pregnancy test, than chances are that you have conceived. Kindly get B CG test done for full confirmation | 256,740 | Any chance of pregnancy from oral sex? Need family planning advice |
I have been on femiplan pills for the last two months now. I had a misunderstanding with my husband then i discontinued taking them for four days and then we reconciled. After i stopped, i started spotting bur after we reconciled, i started taking a new pack and used a condom that day. My husband works far from me t... | Hi Dear,the spotting which you had after stopping the pill was the withdrawl bleedeing of the pill.Also, as you have used the pills for 2 months, the suppressive effect of pill on ovaries will be there. So, stopping a pill for few days and than starting a new pack with unprotected intercorse on Day 12 ideally should no... | 256,741 | On depo shot after child birth. Severe back pain, tired, nipples hurt, tiny bleed. What could it be ? |
Help: mess up the pill order of birth control Alysena28(Alesse)?My period began on Aug4th and ended on 9th. I start to take my Alysena which is generic brand of Alesse on 10th, I didn't miss any pills, but I messed up the pink pill order for 4 days already. I didn't take any of the white pill, just took the pink pills.... | Hello,Thanks for posting your query on health care magic.Missing out pills will definitely increase your pregnancy chances.Since you have already missed 4 pills, i suggest you to stop taking any of the pills from the pack.Use back up method like barrier contraceptive.Start new pack from 1st day of next cycle.100mg is L... | 256,742 | Spotting after stopping Femiplan. Had unprotected sex. Pregnancy possible? |
HiI am a 23 year old female. I have regular periods. Avg cycle 28-29 days. I had a regular cycle from Aug 4-8 (5 days). My bf and I had an unprotected encounter on Aug 10 (day 7 of my cycle) and I had an I-pill (emergency contraceptive) within an hour. The next day, i.e. Aug 11 (day 8 of cycle) the condom broke. I didn... | Hi,Thanks for your query.Here are your answers -1. The bleeding on august 15th was the effect of the pill ( withdrawal bleed ), this is the most probable cause, of coure.2. ECs notoriously alter the normal course of the menstrual cycle, your ' normal' period next time around could be a week or ten days earlier or later... | 256,743 | Alesse birth control, levonorgestrel and estradiol content. What is the dosage? |
HelloMy girlfriend had her regular period this month. On the very next day of her period we had a unprotected sex. I advised her to take an i-pill though and accordingly she took it the very next day though I didn't cum inside her. After a week she witnessed herself going through period once again.I am worried. Plea... | Hello,Emergency pill contains excess hormone that disrupts the hormonal milieu of the body and this results in withdrawal bleeding. The next cycle may be delayed. If she has regular 28-30 day cycles, she was in the safe period when the intercourse took place and as such there was no need for the emergency pill. Yet, ch... | 256,744 | Took i-pill after unprotected intercourse, had mild bleeding. Again took unwanted72 after another. Bled again. Is it implantation ? |
Hello doctor,I was talking yamini contraceptive pills for 4 months(5 packs). Now I stopped taking those pills and don't want to continue as I am suffering from serious hairfall. My doctor is asking me to continue the medication for next 3 months and i don't know what to do. I have to plan a baby in Jan or Feb. Please a... | Hello,Thanks for posting,It depends on how serious the hair fall is and if actually severe, then it is best you discontinue the contraceptive for an alternative. They are numerous hormone based oral contraceptive that can play the same role and allow you to give birth when the time comes. I suggest you go back to your ... | 256,745 | Had unprotected sex immediately after periods, still took i-pill. Had periods again. Should I worry ? |
Hi I am 28 years old. I had antibiotic for common cold , cough and fever , after that i had unprotected intercourse, (12 days after my periods) and within 2 hrs, i had I- Pill . Then after 2 days, i again had unprotected intercourse, and i was already on antibiotic, again after 3 hrs i had I-pill, but this time i mixed... | Welcome to HCM.There are chances of pregnancy you had intercourse during fertile period of cycle.But need not to worry because you had taken i pill immediately.You can continue your antibiotic with i pill,it will definitely work.There are chances of gastritis if taking together or with short period.Go for urine pregnan... | 256,746 | Severe hair fall after taking contraceptive pill. Prescribed medication for 3 more months. Advice? |
My girlfriend and I had sexWe used a condom and I did not cum inside her.I tested the condom for breakage and there was none. (filled it up with water and it did NOT leak)After 1/2 hr i tested it again (to be sure), and after applying some pressure on the condom it had a very tiny hole about 2 inches from the tip.Shoul... | it only maters when you enter inside her with a hole in the condom 9[ with the possibility to leak in the condom]. as you didnot enter inside her.she does not need a pill | 256,747 | Had antibiotic for cold, cough and fever after unprotected sex. Took Ipill after another sex. Will it work ? |
Hi there, I've been on yasmin for the past month and a half but it brought back my acne so I was prescribed tetralysal about 2weeks ago. I forgot to ask my doctor if this will have any effect on my pill so I'm just wondering should I take other precautions during sex like using a condom? I rang my own doctor and he see... | Hello,Welcome to Healthcaremagic.It was thought that Antibiotics either increase or decrease the effect of hormonal contraceptives and pills.Thus earlier it was advised to have extra method of contraception like condoms to avoid conception.It was thought that Tetralysal decrease the effect of oral contraceptives .But r... | 256,748 | History of having protected sex. Double testing of condom showed tiny hole 2 inches from tip. Should I pill be taken? |
Hi, I started taking levlin on the first day of my period 2 weeks ago and I am still bleeding which is an inconvenience my period normally only last 7 days, I know It takes time for the body to adjust but i'm not sure how much longer it will go for. is this normal? And if I stop taking it now will I have a withdrawel b... | Hi,Its not normal for a bleeding to continue so long while on hormonal contraceptives. If you will stop these tablets now, you may have severe withdrawal bleeding also.I will suggest you to consult a qualified healthcare professional for necessary investigations and ultrasound to find the pathology. In the mean time, y... | 256,749 | On yasmin, prescribed tetralysal for acne. Will it have any effect on pill? Any other precautions required? |
I take gynera pills for the first time and tomorrow is my last tablet to take. I was just wondering cause every intercourse we had i have some spot was that the side effect of the pill? And when will I start to take another pill again? Was it after 7 days after my last pill even if my menstruation didn't arrive yet by ... | HiThanks for your query.Spotting is a common side effect of the birth control pills.Please switchover to another preparation for adjusting the dose if this is very troublesome.Yes , you should take the pill as advised on schedule, even if you do not get your periods.Take care. | 256,750 | Took levlin on first day of period, still bleeding. Normal? Will have withdrawal bleeding on stopping? |
Its my first time to use a contraceptive pill - Nordette. On the 6th day of taking the pill, my husband and I had sex. Will I get pregnant because we did not follow the 7day rule of taking pills for the first timers? Please note that it has been 32hrs since we had it and I took the pill still the usual time the followi... | Hello,If you start the pill from Day 1 of cycle, then unprotected sex on 6th day is relatively safe period if previous cycle was regular. Here, chance of pregnancy is low.You would continue rest of the pills and use some back up method like condom for this month till body is adjusted with hormones. Wait for next period... | 256,751 | Took gynera pills, had spots after every intercourse. Side effect? When to start pills again? |
Hi , I've been on depo for almost a year now , and I'm due for a shot aug 1 but I go to doctor for yearly check up and shot the 7th . I don't think I can't take the soreness of my nipples . Is it the shot doing this ? I had sex week ago but my boyfriend did not come in me so I don't think it being a symptom of pregnanc... | hi..you are on progesterone depo injection for the contraception..it is the common sideeffect with the progesterone..it is due to electrolyte and fluid retension..yoou can take simple analgesics for this if it intolerable, like paracetomol..all the best.. | 256,752 | Had sex without following 7 day rule of taking Nordette. Pregnant? |
I have been on the bc pill for the past 20 years. For the past three years I have been experienceing depression, anxiety. I am seeing a psychologist and mental health therapist. They have me on prozac and clonidine. I have tried several other meds as well. I feel as thou I am going through premenapausal symptoms. At my... | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicDiscontinuation of the birth control pill should not cause any pain including pelvic or back pain.This pain would have to be related to another cause.Back pain can be related to the vertebra or the surrounding muscles. If it is muscular ,it would usually be on the sides and be relat... | 256,753 | Soreness in nipples. On depo shots, due for shots this month. Soreness due to shots? |
Hi... 3 weeks ago I did 2 pregnancy tests because my period was 3 weeks late, they both came back negative. 8 days ago I had sex with my partner, about 10 minutes into the sex we realised the condom broke due to too much friction and stopped immediately. I took a morning after pill 25 hours after the incident.I am now ... | Hello,Thank you for the query.After having a look on your history I dont think so that you are pregnant but unless and until you have a hpt done again or blood hcg levels done we cant say anything for sure.You have also took after pill so no need to worry much about it.If you still have some doubts have the investigati... | 256,754 | Taking prozac, clonidine for depression, anxiety. Came off bc pills, hot flashes, back, pelvic pain, depression. Withdrawal symptoms? |
Hi. Well I only took the birth control pills for two weeks. Then I stopped. Bit it rresulted that I took them wrong. But I didnt have no intercorse. So I know Im not pregnant. But I been having alot cramping and like the feeling of little dareha. Also depression.but when I saterd taking the birth control pilss I took ... | Hello, Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. Usually oral contraceptive contains levonorgesterol or estradiols or desogesterel or combination of these two hormones. Cramps, vaginal dryness may be due to withdrawal but diarrhea don't associated with this . Actually all these may be due to birth control pill but as ... | 256,755 | Had partially unprotected sex. Taken morning after pill. Have pain, brown discharge, vaginal bleeding. What is wrong? |
Dr i had been last periods time is 12 june.i am do sex 24 june. my period is not coming in july on 12 th.i use i m check my pregency test. possitive .i use safty kit of surya company.my periods was start continue 10 days after 5-6 days less bluding. because i use clot tablet. completely 15 days period complete.bt i re... | hi..you have conceived and you have tried for its termination by taking methargin.. still your UPT is positive..dont self medicate..see your obstetrician for the management of condition..they may use medical methods for the termination, if it doesnot work, they may go for menstrual regulation by aspiration of contents ... | 256,756 | Stopped taking birth control pills, having cramps, diarrhea, depression, dryness in vagina. Withdrawal symptoms? |
I am on the birthcontrol implanton (sp) the rod in the arm for 6 months. An I have been having to pee alot, tired, moody just not feeling well all around. So I took a pregnancy test yesterday and it came back with a smear and a crooked positive line all in one. What is going on with me? An what does the smear crooked p... | Good afternoonDon not worry those are symptoms of side effects of implanon.The result you got is most likely false positive, I would advise you to repeat the test in near by health facility.Its also necessary for you to see doctor so that other tests like blood pressure, random blood sugar are done to rule out other di... | 256,757 | Delayed period. Pregnancy test positive. Used safety kit and bleeding for two weeks. Still positive so taken Mathergin tablet no change. Advice? |
I came off the pill 6 weeks ago and had my normal withdrawal bleed. I have been on the pill for 10 years from when I was 17. Before being on the pill my periods were extremely irregular (about once every 3 months) and I was diagnosed with a polycystic ovary but not full syndrome. 4 weeks after taking the pill I had so... | Hi,In the present clinical picture, you may opt for the serum beta-hCG measurement to give you better confirmation of the presence or absence of pregnancy; also, home pregnancy tests may not be of much use when the last normal menstrual period is vague. It remains to see if the PCOD has returned and if it happens, if y... | 256,758 | On Implanton, frequent urination, tiredness, moody. HPT cam back with crooked positive line. What does it mean ? |
Hi, I had intercourse with my wife without a condom and I remember i ejaculated outside each time we has sex, however, since I did not want to take any risk, I had her have an Postpone-72 within 72 hours. I have 3 questions: 1) Is that pill proper for this issue? 2) If my sperm has not entered inside, is it still ok... | hi..you have tken emergency contraceptive pill within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse..it is ok for preventing unwanted pregnancy.. but it is not good for regular use, instead you can use other contraceptive methods..these are hormones, which causes nausea vommitting, mood swings, weight gain, heavy bleeding later ... | 256,759 | Brown discharge after stopping birth control pill. Have polycystic ovary. Negative pregnancy test. Symptom of stopping pill? |
can fingering soon after ejaculation lead to pregnancy? This is a situation where I am still in dilemma as to whether my hands had sperms at the time of fingering which followed soon after ejaculation. It's been a moment back and so kindly suggest in the given situation which contraceptive pill would be safe to use... | Hi, of course the possibilities of pregnancy are very less, but not completely abscent. In this case consider it as a routine ejaculation. and consult a doctor for advise. There are products like unwanted 72 etc to prevent pregnancy. Thank you. | 256,760 | Taken postpone 72 pill after unprotected sex. Is this proper and safe to avoid pregnancy? Any side effects? |
i took my contraceptive pill back to back in june but i still had my period. i missed my period in july but went back on my pill i presumed my missed period was due to taking to the two packets of plls without a break. i have taken 2 pregnancy tests which were negative i finished my pill yesterday and i now have abdomi... | Hello, Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. Period in not July and still you were taking pills , so pregnancy tests are negative. Main complaints are diarrhea and abdominal pain. History is ambiguous as for as concerned about menses. Diarrhea may be due to infection in intestine , mild pain is due to diarrhea. In m... | 256,761 | History of fingering with possible sperms in fingers. Suggest safe contraceptive pill |
Im 18 and weigh 170 pounds and I was on birthcontrol and I missed 2of them me and my boyfriend had unprotected sex I had my period the 3rd of july I had tender breasts but figured it was my period after my period they were still sore to the point where I couldnt hug anyone it hurt so bad I felt nauseous I couldnt eat ... | Hi and welcome to Healthcare magic.Thank you for the query.It is hard to say are you pregnant or not,there is minor possiblity that you are and the only way to find it out is to do pregnancy test. However,even if there is no pregnancy, you need gynaecologic work up to evaluate your condition since it may indicate some ... | 256,762 | Took contraceptive pill back to back, missed period. Pregnancy test negative. Finished pill, having abdominal pain, diarrhea. Why? |
Im 32, 6 1 , 160 lbs. Ttc, went off pill about 2 months ago. I started bleeding 3 days before I was supposed to get my period. It was pretty light but a little more.than spotting. It only lasted about a day and a half. Then a day later I started bleeding again. This time it was a little heavier but still not as heavy a... | Hello, Thanks for the query to H.CM. Forum. As you have discontinue the drugs (pill ) , so bleeding is most common feature . In your case this type of bleeding is very irregular and that is cause of concern. Since bleeding is there ,so chances of pregnancy is nil . That's why pregnancy test was negative. Please don'... | 256,763 | Had unprotected sex during missed birth control, tender breasts, severe back pain. Could be pregnant ? |
Hi, Last week I missed my BCP for 3 days, (wed, thurs, and fri) so on friday I noticing some spotting. I took Thurs and Fri pill and continued on until Sunday when my pharmacist told me to start a new pack. Its now Tuesday and I have my full blown period. Should I continue the pack and if so will I ever stop bleeding .... | HiNow when you are having your full blown periods ,you can start your new pack on Sunday.Bleeding will stop in a day or two.Take care not to miss pill in future.Add iron and folik acid supplementation . | 256,764 | Trying to conceive, went off pill, started bleeding. HPT negative. What's going on ? |
Hello Dr. ,I recently had a child 4-4-13 via c section, and the beginning of may 2013 I had gotten on the depo provera shot. I do not remember exactly what day it was that I had went an got the injection, except it was the 2nd week of may at the latest. I am due now for the next dosage and have not yet gone to get it. ... | Hello,Above features are mostly due to side effect of depo shot. It is highly effective (99.7%) against unwanted pregnancy. To clear confusion, you may undergo one home pregnancy test.Milky white vaginal discharge is quite physiological. It may be due to extra dose of progesterone (depo shot) which also causes sore nip... | 256,765 | Got periods after missing BCP. Should I continue the pack? |
This is my third year on the implanon, I had a 2 day "period" in June and nothing in July. I had some spoting yesterday then nothing. I have felt sick in the mornings have gained weight in my tummy and have been super tired. I took a HPT about July 18th and it was neg. I am also taking Celexa for depression what are th... | Hello,Thanks for posting your query on health care magic.Missed period and spotting with irregular menstrual cycle is a common side effect of implanon.It has a very low failure rate.Since your HPT is negative, less likely you are pregnant.Get a transvaginal scan for endometrial thickness and further course of action.Ho... | 256,766 | Sexually active, had taken depo shot. Nipples sore and itchy, sensation across abdomen. Could be pregnant ? |
I have had the contraceptive implant inserted two days ago and while lifting something heavy I felt a sharp pain that felt like the implant had snapped or the wound through which is was inserted opened- I have checked the wound and it s fine but the rod I need to feel for seems split and not like the full rod that it o... | Hello,Thanks for posting your query on health care magic.There is possibility of trauma at the site of implanon insertion.I suggest you to get it examined by a doctor.Other possibility could be due to ligament tear or tendon injury.Hope this helps.regards,Dr Nilofer | 256,767 | Spotting, sick in mornings, weight gain in stomach, fatigue. History of implanon for third year. On Celexa for depression. HPT negative. Possible pregnancy? |
Started Necon birth control pills on January 27 and had short light period (more like breakthrough bleeding ) on feb19 which was too early... Have been nauseous periodically almost every day for past week and a half or so... Is this normal... Should I worry? In the past, when on the pill I got my period every 28 days a... | Hello,Thanks for posting your query on health care magic.Your periods are more regular now. If you miss your periods ,i suggest you to get a urine pregnancy test done.Just nausea without missed periods is nothing to worry. Nausea is one of the side effects of oc pills.Hope this helps.regards,Dr Nilofer | 256,768 | Sharp pain after getting the contraceptive implant. Is this normal? |
i had surgery 6 months ago in my kidney ,i stopped the Depo provera and took it again 3 month ago. i had a period 3 weeks ago and it lasted a week. since then it is two weekssince i am passing a clear mucous with a bloody discharge . Is it the depo causeing this? Also a doctor recommended diane 35 for me to take. pleas... | Hello,Thanks for posting your query on health care magic.Irregular bleeding and spotting is known to occur with depo.You can continue with depo as well.If vaginal discharge is associated with foul smell and itching, you may need treatment for infection.Hope this helps.regards,Dr Nilofer | 256,769 | Started birth control pills. Had short light periods, nausea. Suggestions? |
I have been on birth control for 3 months now, and I forgot one pill , and took it the next day when I remembered and then my other pill for that day the regular time. Then about 3 days later I forgot to take my pill at 11 and I woke up at 6 and took it, I had sex with my boyfriend and he said a little bit of the sperm... | Hi, Based on the information it seem like you are on birth control pill and forgot to take it once and had sex and some sperm got inside and wanting to know will be pregnant.1) The answer is "NO" will not get pregnant by skipping one dose, but make sure that do not happen again.2) More over do not take the missed pil... | 256,770 | Vaginal discharge. Could this be due to depo shot? |
TTC, I stopped taking birth control , I was supposed to start my new pack on november 25, but didnt, now the last three days I have been nauseous, bloated, and this morning I had pink spotting. Im supposed to get my period between now or in the next couple of days. Could I be pregnant? Or is this a side effect of going... | Hello Good Evening,This might be either implantation bleeding or pill side effect bleeding:Implantation bleeding – a very early sign of pregnancy – occurs when the fertilized egg attaches to the uterine lining. During implantation, the fertilized egg (called a blastocyst at this stage of development) burrows and embeds... | 256,771 | Missed taking birth control pill. Chances of pregnancy? |
I an on birth control , have not missed any days. my partner and i last had sex on 16th November. we did not use a condom.My period came on time and lasted five days, however i have really visible blue veins on my breasts and have lower back pain and some lower abdominal cramping. I took a test 30 days after sex and it... | Hello Good Evening,There is nothing possibility of getting pregnant, if you had your regular menstrual cycle after having sex.Menstrual cycle is the cycle of changes that occurs in the uterus and ovary for the purpose of sexual reproduction. It is essential for the production of eggs and for the preparation of the uter... | 256,772 | Stopped birth control, feeling nauseas, bloated and pink spotting. Could I be pregnant? |
Hi,just a query. Im currently using Lady Pillsand I have 2 days remaining for the pack.I was planning to shift to Althea, because I heared alot of good things about it. Will it be fine if I'll startusing the pack when I finish the LADY pack. In the prescription it says that I need to take the pill for 21days and 7days... | Hello, Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. As 21 days are advised , so that no pregnancy could not occurs due to intercourse. 7 days pill free are advised ( iron or folic acid tablets) , so no chances of pregnancy irrespective of sexual intercourse. Next round of tablet starts on the 8th day of menstruation & so on.... | 256,773 | On birth control, had sex without condoms, had periods. Visible blue veins on breasts, low back pain. Pregnant ? |
Hi. My boyfriend put his penis inside for about 30 seconds or so, just the tip. I was paranoid about pre-cum so I took plan B the next day which was the 9th of July. I got my period on the 15th it was heavy with clots and all which is pretty normal and it ended on the 20th. About 4-5 days after when I wiped there was d... | Hello,Since you developed a normal nenstrual period lasting for around 6 days after th unprotected sex,there is practically no chance of pregnancy.As far passing brown and black blood after few of your pregnancy is concerned,it is normal.This blood is the left over blood from your period and has turned black because of... | 256,774 | Using Lady Pills, intercourse during pill free days. Pregnancy chances? When to start taking pills again? |
I started using trigestrel about 2 days ago for the first time used injection aswell as triphasil about just over a year ago stopped because my partner and i decided to abstain until marriage got masrried last week so we decided that we wanted to be prepared for pregnancy , so i went onto birth control today im not fe... | Hi, it appears to be due to gastric irritation of the pills, it may last for few days, or you have to use the antiulcerants, to prevent the gastric irritation. I to my patients with such symptoms prescribe omeprazole, domperidone , and antacid gel for few days till the pill gets accomodated... | 256,775 | Taken plan b after partially protected sex. Brown spotting after end of period. Pregnant? |
Hi, I'm Andrea.. 33yrs old been taking Diane 35 Contraceptive pills for almost 4yrs straight, but I missed 1 pill recently.I Started my last pack last July 14, 2013 (8:00pm), I missed the 14th pill to be taken July 27, 2013 (8:00pm), I took it July 28, 2013 (5:00am) after remembering, then I continued the remaining up ... | Hello ma'am.Your situation is encountered quite often and in case one dose/pill is missed it is advised to take two at the earliest the time you remember and also use a second form of contraception if you indulge in sexual intercourse around this time, but if a third dose is missed you will have to discontinue the whol... | 256,776 | History of taking Trigestrel and Triphasil. Now feeling unwell after taking birth control. How long will I feel like this? |
So I don t have my periods very often, but I have recently been on the birth control The Patch This week is my week off I just started my period lastnight but today when I was switching my pad there was a glob of white gooeyness on my pad & then I wiped to clean myself & I got more of it. Should I be worried? Is this n... | Hello ma'am.The current presentation is normally associated with infections and I would not like to assume it to be nomal.Which is why I would request you to visit your doctor for a urine analysis and a vaginal swab test to rule out/confirm infections.Hope this helps.Take care. | 256,777 | Missed dose of Diane 35. Want to know chances of getting pregnant |
Hi, began the pill Microgynon 30 on Tuesday which was the 5th day of my period. My doctor said I would be protected imediatly. So the day after I had unprotected sex, which I know was stupid of me to do, but by then i had taken 2 pills and was under the impression that i was protected. I was on top and i told my boyfri... | Welcome to HCM.First of all you had unprotected sex on 5th day and it is not the fertile period so there are no any chances of pregnancy.The day you started pill is the right day and no need to worry,you have to continue it till complete pack.It will definitely protect you to become conceive.Now wait for next cycle wit... | 256,778 | On birth control patch. White discharge. Is it normal? |
Dear Doctor,i am 37 years old and mother of two kids...i have been having a IUD (Copper T) after my elder daughter's birth for 4 years and then again after my son's birth for almost 4 years..i recently got the IUD changed since the period has expired for the previous one...i never experienced any side effects earlier..... | Hello,New inserted IUD is commonly associated with pelvic pain, mild bleeding, painful coitus, infection etc. It occurs due to misplaced or inflammation of local tissue.It is better to remove the IUD if it is uncomfortable. You can opt for combined OCP or other contraceptive method instead of that. Kindly, consult with... | 256,779 | Began the pill Microgynon 30, had unprotected sex after it. AM I protected or not ? |
Hi i had my first depo shot january and im due my next one in april i had sex with my partner two days ago and noticed light pink bleeding a few hours later when i went toilet only there when i wiped then it went away i have been pregnant before and the month i concieved i had this same problem could i be pregnant agai... | Hello and welcome to HCM,The hormonal preparation used in contraceptive pills and depo shots prevent ovulation and/or fertilization.Technically it is not possible to get pregnant when one is taking depo provers shot.The depo provers is effective for a period of 12 weeks so it should be taken again after 12 weeks of 1st... | 256,780 | Pain during intercourse after changing IUD. Cause? |
I received my period on Sunday 24th February, and I had the implanon implanted in my arm on the 26th which was day 3 of my period. I m wondering how long would it take for full control of the implanon take to become use in the body? I researched it so many times and I m getting worried! When will I be able to have sex ... | Hello,If a female is not using any contraceptive in past one month then implanon is inserted between 1st and 5th day of your periods,as you have inserted it,then you can have sex it hour gettinging worried of being pregnant.Similarly if the female is using birth control pills in the previous month,then implanon is inse... | 256,781 | Had first depo, light pink bleeding after sex. Could I be pregnant ? |
Hi, I am going on a cruise on the 29th with my fiancé I have never taken any form of birth control but this time i want to take a birth control that ll protect me from becoming pregnant and delay my period. I will be going on friday to ask whats my best choice friday makes 21 days to my cruise date. What can i do? Is t... | HI, thanks for using healthcare magicThere is medication that can be used to delay your periods. One of the most commonly used medications to delay periods is norethisterone.This is a progesterone.It is started 3 to 4 days before the period is due and continued for up to 2 weeks or so until you want to have a period.Yo... | 256,782 | Have Implanon implanted in arm. When can I have sex without worry of pregnancy? |
hi.. i ve been taking pills since july 2012, i was using azul, but last month, february , i changed my pill to althea, and i took the first tablet even if i was done with my menstruation . it was stated on the instructions that it s ok to start the pill at any day as long as you follow the days indicated on the pill pa... | Hello,Thanks for posting,Well I do not think you are pregnant if you have been taking the pills as indicated even though it will be wise to conduct a pregnancy test in about a week's time just to be sure that pregnancy is not the cause of your amenorrhea. Pills are hormone based and can alter the concentrations of your... | 256,783 | Any birth control pill to delay periods and avoid pregnancy? |
I m 18, on birth control that s making me very nauseas. I ve also been sick lately but for the past couple of days I ve had a hard time breathing , pain under my lungs, blocked sinus and massive headaches with light headed feelings. Is it just an ear infection or should I be more concerned? The cramping feeling below m... | Hello, Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. Birth control usually develops nausea ( in few patients vomiting just due to hormones and this is a natural phenomena, not to worry). For this side effect you can take pantoprazole +domperidone tablet as when requires. Now main concern is difficulty in breathing, cramps, b... | 256,784 | Changed pills from Azul to Althea while on menstruation, still didn't get next periods. Am I pregnant ? |
Hello, I currently have Paraguard IUD in, and have yet to get my period. I think my last period was the end of january and i have not been keeping track because they are always around the same time. My husband and I did have sex on Feb 15 and Feb 16. I took 2 tests yesterday and both said negative. Could this be a fals... | Hello, Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. Paragard I U D is copper fitted I U D and most potent , so there is no chances of any pregnancy. As you mentioned that home pregnancy test is negative twice , so why worry. However it may happen that , if I U D not inserted at proper site or persons are not trained than ... | 256,785 | Nausea due to being on birth control, hard time breathing, pain under lungs, blocked sinus and massive headaches. Any concerns ? |
hi im on the paragard bitrh control and im having alot of problems going on such as this time im spotting on my 3rd day of my cycle and that never happens, and filling sick to my stumach, i have been having alot of bad headaches , ive never been the type to break down and cry if someone looks at me and sayes what, and ... | Hi, it appears that you have a depression, and arthritis, due to some other reason, paraguard may not be the reason. I advise you to consult a physician for diagnosis and treatment. I to mypatient with such symptoms prescribe alprazolam, neurotropic injections ,for 10... | 256,786 | Have Paraguard IUD, no periods yet. HPT negative. Could this be false ? |
Hi so i Just finished my last placebo pill and by accident on the new pack i took a placebo instead of an active one. i realised the next day when it was time to take my pill so i took two that day. The next day me and my boyfriend were lying in bed and he ejaculated on my behind, some may have entered my vagina . Am i... | Hello,Thanks for posting your query on health care magic.Since you have missed your pill during the first half of the cycle and consumed two pills the next day, you are completely protected.So you need not worry.However, there is minimum risk of failure rate with birth control pills .Get a UPT done if you miss your per... | 256,787 | On Paragard, feeling sick on stomach, headaches, tiredness, having suicidal thoughts. Is this the side effect ? |
I have been on microgon 30 for over a year and my periods have been fine however this month has been strange. I m not due till late next week but I woke up yesterday morning bleeding and it was quite thin and then it stopped by evening and started again this morning. I m confused what it is and am concerned as I ve rea... | Hello,Thanks for posting your query on health care magic.You may be experiencing premature menses this time.Duration of menstrual cycle anytime between 21-34 days is considered to be normal.Other cause could be chronic cervicitis.You need to get examined by a Gynecologist for local causes of bleeding.Hope this helps.re... | 256,788 | Had partially unprotected sex. Mixed up dosage of birth control. Am I protected? |
I had an abortion a little over 4 weeks ago..my boyfriend and I had sex but he pulled out I m going to get the skyla iud next Tuesday.that will be 2 weeks after the sex if I m pregnant again will it show up before I get it?I do not know when I will get my period because of the abortion and its also diffrent dates each ... | Hi,IUd can be put after period only.So they may not put IUD.So wait till you get your period.Ok and take care. | 256,789 | Taking Microgynon. Bleeding thinly before period. What is wrong? |
Hi, I have been taking cerazette for about 8 months now and have been pretty good at taking it. I missed it once and had unprotected sex but straight away got the morning after pill . This was about 5/6 months ago. After that I have been pretty good and never gone over 3 hours after I meant to take it. But recently I h... | Hello,Thank you for the query.Fetal like movements itself doesnt mean that you are pregnant to know about this you need to have a home pregnancy test done and it has been 5-6 months and if you are pregnant then you can see the development of your stomach too and you will miss your periods.Consult your doctor for a scan... | 256,790 | Had an abortion, will get Skyla IUD. Will pregnancy show up with it ? |
i had the contracetive implant inserted in May 2012 and then suddenly 2 weeks ago the elbow area is sore and swollen actually very close to the siteof the implant I am wondering that is? went to the family planning clinic where i was told that the implant is in perfect condition and does not appear to be linked to swel... | HI Dear,As per my understanding, the implant is in place for more than a year without any problem. In case it did not suit you, you would have had problem much before. Also, you got it checked and it is in place. So i think there is no connection between your sore elbow and the implant. Please consult an orthopedician | 256,791 | Missed Cerazette, took morning pill after unprotected sex. Feeling tired, movements in stomach. Am I pregnant ? |
I had mirena coil fitted jan 2012.after 2 months had to have it removed and refitted as it had dropped 2cms. 2nd time round its stayed in place and periods stopped after 6-8 weeks. I had it fitted due to having enlarged blood vessels all over my uterus and also small bit of enmaditriousis which my gyny removed.i was in... | HI Dear,Mirena is a progesteron only intrauterine device which is mainly used in cases of abnormal bleeding, Fibroids, endometriosis etc, besides acting as a contracptive.All the symptoms told by you may be mere side effects of its progesterone content. However, since you have a history of displaced mirena, you should ... | 256,792 | Sore and swollen elbow near area of contraceptive implant. Related conditions? |
Hi i had the mirena coil fitted on the 31st January,but i have been bleeding since the 7th Jan. I keep getting headaches , dizziness ,pain in both sides of my ovaries,I ve notice blood in my stools and clots coming out when i wee. The doctors couldn t locate the coil threads so now having a scan in a weeks time but im ... | Hi there. A lot of your symptoms could be Mirena related but not all. Blood in BM for example is unlikely to be IUD related. Your scheduled to have it removed and that's good. It will then be a question of addressing any residual symptoms and seeing where you should go from there. At this juncture I do not see any reas... | 256,793 | Morning sickness, sore breasts after fitting mirena coil. History of ankle operation. Sign of coil slipping? |
I had unprotected sex 2 days after my period ... took Next Choice 9 hours after. 6 days afyer taking the pill I had a period like bleeding (this happened while I was supposed to be ovulating) after the bleeding went away I've experienced some discharge that's white and sticky. What's the cause of that should I be worri... | Hi dear,The fact that you have taken pill 9 hours after and had bleeding like normal period, makes you quite safe from pregnancy. However, these are hormonal preparations and do leave some side effects in body. The discharge which you are experiencing, if not associated with foul smell or itching may be normal and not... | 256,794 | Had Mirena coil fitted and having bleeding. Have headache, blood in stools and pain in both ovaries. Is it related to mirena? |
Hi, I had an implanon removed 3days ago and am a bit concerned about the healing process. Initially it bled a little bit and was quite runny. The doctor put strips on it and a waterproof bandaid, however it has been oozing so much clear fluid that all the dressings I put on it become saturated and cannot stay on. It is... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The clear fluid that is oozing form the implanon removal wound is not worrisome. This is most likely a reactionary fluid and will subside on its own in a week.I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL ... | 256,795 | Took next choice after unprotected sex. Bleeding, white sticky discharge after taking pill. Cause? |
My girlfriend and I were having sex Monday when the condom broke. So we immediately stopped. I didn't ejaculate in her either. I began freaking out because this was the first time ever it's happened. But anyways I noticed that it was fertile days. So I went and got the plan b one step pill for her. And I think either... | Hello,Thanks for posting your query on health care magic.Since she got her normal periods after the act, Pregnancy is ruled out.So you need not worry.I suggest both of you to use a reliable contraceptive instead of using emergency contraceptive to prevent pregnancy.Hope this helps.regards,Dr Nilofer | 256,796 | Implanon removed, clear fluid oozing out from wound. Concerned about its healing process? |
My husband and I recently got off birth control (right before Christmas) and it has now been 44 days since I ve had a period. My discharge hasn t changed in a way to indicate a coming period and in the last couple of days my labia has become swollen, no pain, just uncomfortable when I m in jeans. I have taken 2 at home... | HiThanks for your query.With 2 negative pregnancy tests, I do not think you are pregnant.Also, after coming off the birth control, sometimes return to normal periods can take some time, in rare cases upto a few months.I would ask you to consult your gynaecologist for a definitive opinion.Take care. | 256,797 | Condom broke while having intercourse, was fertile. Taken step pill. Will the pill work? |
I was sexually active with my fiancee everyday starting July 17-24. We were active several times during the day everyday and did not use protection. I am taking birth control. the 17th however was supposed to be the start of my period, so I did not take a pill that day. i didn't actually start until late on the 18th. I... | Hi,Thank you for posting your question here, I will try to answer it to the best of my abilities.Since your period was only one day late and your cycle was at its end, technically speaking you cant get pregnant. The danger days are when you ovulate and in your case the ovulation process had ended days ago. So relax, yo... | 256,798 | Swelling in labia, due for periods, UPT negative. History of taking birth controls. Am I pregnant? |
hello doctor, my last menstrual period was on the 3rd of july and it lasted for 4days, i had intercourse on the 25th and 27th of same month without protection,please i need to find out if i should get a drug to avoid getting pregnant before it is too late. i really need your help cos am still in college and am not read... | Hi,Thanks for using Healthcaremagic,You had unprotected sex and by this time you should get your period and there is risk of getting pregnant.If your period is delayed test for pregnancy by urine pregnancy test if positive you need to consult a Gynecologist for proper advice and medical termination.If you get your peri... | 256,799 | Had unprotected sex. Using birth control pills. Pregnancy possible? |
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