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My periods are delayed despite using contraception. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I had Nexplanon in for six months and had a period on it for three months straight. But, I did not get period for the last three months. I had it removed before 20 days and no period still. While on it, I would throw up and even after having it removed, I puked. Since being removed, my n... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Nexplanon is a progesterone having implant (Etonogestrel). After insertion, the menses can be irregular or even stopped for 6 months to almost 1 year. But, if you had not gotten your period since last three months and you had regular intercourse, then you should do a ur... Read Full »
Can I be pregnant while on birth control pills?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been on birth control for quite a while now. From yesterday, I started spotting and had the worst cramps I have ever had. Today, I continued with the spotting and cramps, and I started throwing up everything I ate. Is it possible that I could be pregnant? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I presume the birth control that you mentioned is about oral contraceptives pills. Sometimes, it is not uncommon to have spotting while you are on pills, especially if you miss a few of your pills and start taking the rest again. At times, it is possible to have some br... Read Full »
After unprotected sex, I took only two tablets of combined OCP. Can I get pregnant?
Query: Hello doctor, I had unprotected sex, but my husband did not ejaculate inside me. I am on the combined contraceptive pill, but I have taken only two tablets of the active pills. What are my chances of getting pregnant? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Unprotected sex definitely has a chance of pregnancy. Even if he did not ejaculate inside you, even the pre-seminal fluid or precum, that is, the clear fluid that comes out of the penis before the semen, which is rich in young healthy sperm, comes in contact with the g... Read Full »
I am taking contraceptive pill. Why is there brown discharge after periods?
Query: Hello doctor, I am currently on the Yaz contraceptive pill. I skipped my sugar pills for around four months and had a breakthrough period this month. I had my period last week, but I still have some residual brown discharge for about a week now. Additionally, I had sex a few days ago and bled durin... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The brown discharge should be temporary. I would recommend you have a period for the next couple of months and not skip the placebo pills temporarily to get back on track. If you have not missed any pills, pregnancy is very unlikely, but I would recommend a pregnan... Read Full »
Is it normal for me to bleed heavily for seven days?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a question regarding my period. It lasts up to seven days. My period is heavy the entire time. And, I spot on the last two days. What can I do to make my period shorter? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. If your cycles are regular, then it should not be a problem. Secondly, periods cannot end abruptly. It resolves slowly. Your BMI (body mass index) is appropriate. If your periods are heavy, you may consult an obstetricia... Read Full »
How much Yasmin dosage should be taken first time after unprotected sex?
Query: Hello doctor, I had unprotected sex about 12 hours ago. No ejaculation occurred but I knew there was still a risk of getting pregnant. I am thinking of using the Yasmin pills as a form of emergency contraception. Note that I have never taken the pill before and this would be the first time. I have ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, as you have read, Yasmin (Drospirenone) can be used as an emergency pill. Even if he has not ejaculated, you still stand a chance of pregnancy if the pre-seminal fluid, the clear fluid that comes out before semen, which is rich in young healthy sperms, comes in ... Read Full »
Does spotting for the first time mean pregnancy?
Query: Hi doctor, I am on the pill Lo Loestrin, but I have not been consistently taking it. My last period was on the 25th of last month and my average cycle is around 28 days. My husband and I had unprotected sex on 5th and 6th. I noticed some dark brown discharge on my underwear. When I wiped, it was mix... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The spotting that you are experiencing is probably you have not taken the pill regularly and withdrawal due to that. You had unprotected sex on day 11 and spotting on day 16. I do not think it is implantation bleeding. However, if you are keen to know whether you are pr... Read Full »
Are contraceptive pills started on the third day be effective?
Query: Hi doctor, I have started taking Novelon birth control pills from the third day of my period. Will this contraception be enough? This is the first time I am using the pills. Please advise. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, this oral contraceptive pill is more than enough for contraception. Do not take any other medication as this will work as a contraceptive. You may or may not experience slight nausea, abdominal cramping, lightheadedness and headache, but these will eventually settle... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, After my first child, I was diagnosed with endometriosis and developed painful periods and cramps. I underwent several laparoscopic removals, but endometriosis had developed on my bladder and bowel and could not be removed. After my second child, the pain became so severe that I had ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. . You have many factors contributing to your weight gain. Your ovary was removed, and the other ovary has PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome). Both of these cause insulin resistance leading to weight gain. Beside... Read Full »
Why am I not getting periods after taking Ovares tablet for 20 days?
Query: Hello doctor, I have missed my periods for four days and last 20 days I have taken Ovares plus tablet. After two days, I took the test and the test was negative. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. How are you doing? Ovares plus is Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulphate with Melatonin. Medical companies claim it has wonders, but trust me it is an innocent medicine with no much effect or side effect. The doctors advice that it increases the number of active eggs from ova... Read Full »