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I have not got withdrawal bleeding after taking Unwanted 72. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I had unprotected sex 15 days after my last menstrual period and took Unwanted 72 after seven hours. Till now did not experience any bleeding. What are the chances of pregnancy and when should I conduct a pregnancy test? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you have taken Unwanted 72 within seven hours there are no chances of pregnancy. This pill does not always result in withdrawal bleeding but can as well delay the periods depending upon which phase the pill has been taken that is the first phase (estrogenic phase) of... Read Full »
Could light bleeding 21 days after periods indicate pregnancy?
Query: Hello doctor,I am experiencing light bleeding with a stringy blood mucus discharge on my 21st day of the menstrual cycle for the past four days. Sometimes the bleeding stops and then restarts. The amount varies, sometimes decreasing and other times increasing. A week before this bleeding started, I ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and I am here to assist you. Based on your symptoms, it seems you may have developed a vaginal infection that is occurring alongside your menstrual cycle. I suggest you undergo a high vaginal and endocervical swab test and provide me with the resul... Read Full »
Will I get pregnant if I take an unwanted 72 pill before sex and the condom broke during sex?
Query: Hi doctor, I had unprotected sex on the 12th day of my menstrual cycle, but I took Unwanted 72. And we had sex again, but the condom broke. Will I get pregnant? Read Full »
Dr. Sanjay Kumar Bhattacharyya
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is recommended to take Unwanted 72 only after sex. This is a post-coital pill, so you can understand that there is a minimal chance of getting pregnant if you have unprotected sex after taking emergency contraceptive pills. Now, you might ask me how do you know whe... Read Full »
Will taking a contraceptive pill in a woman with cancer cause serious health problems?
Query: Hello doctor, My friend has stage three esophageal cancer. Her doctor said that she is recovering well. She had unprotected sex with her fiance. She is in a panic now. She has planned to take Unwanted 72 pills to prevent a pregnancy. But my question is, will she have serious health issues if she tak... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have missed mentioning if the patient is currently on treatment or post treatment. If she is on chemotherapy or radiation therapy, she should not get pregnant. But taking contraceptive medicines does not affect cancer in any way. She can take these pills without ... Read Full »
Will there be withdrawal bleeding if Unwanted 72 is taken for no reason?
Query: Hello doctor, What will happen if someone takes Unwanted 72 without any reason? Will there be any withdrawal bleeding or not? What will be the situation of menses? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Unwanted 72 results in delayed or earlier periods, and also may result in withdrawal bleeding and nothing harmful will happen if someone takes it for no reason. Hope it has helped you. If you require any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact me. Read Full »
Can Unwanted 72 be taken after four days of sexual intercourse?
Query: Hello doctor, I had sex with my fiancee on the 11th day of her cycle and only once. Are there any chances of getting pregnant and today is the 4th day. Can she have Unwanted 72? Does that have any effect on her and what is the medication to be followed in case of pregnancy to avoid it? Read Full »
Dr. Dattaprasad Balasaheb Inamdar
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If her cycle is regular of around 28 days, there is 20 to 25 % chance of pregnancy. Unwanted 72 does not work effectively after 72 hours of unprotected sex, so no point in taking it now. If she misses her next period and pregnancy is confirmed, you need to consult a ... Read Full »
Pre-ejaculation fluid fell on my lace panties. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, My partner and I got intimate, and while I was pleasuring him using my hands, some of his pre-ejaculation fluid accidentally fell on my lace panties (he never ejaculated). Should I be worried or take precautions, if so, please warn me about the side effects. I was also in my peak ferti... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. The situation you described carries a very low risk of pregnancy or no risk at all. If you are worried about the possibility of pregnancy, you may consider taking emergency contraception as a precautionary measure. Emergency contracepti... Read Full »
I had spotting after I took an I-pill. Why so?
Query: Hello doctor,I had unprotected sex with my partner. I took an I-pill the next day to be on the safer side. Now, I am having only spotting. What does it indicate? Can I be pregnant?Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The timing of your period and the use of emergency contraception (EC) can make it difficult to determine whether you are pregnant or experiencing spotting due to other factors, such as implantation bleeding or menstrual irregularities. ... Read Full »
My period is delayed due to intake of I-pill. Can I still be pregnant?
Query: Hello doctor, My period was due on the 20th of this month. I had protected sex on 14th night, and we had a bit of a doubt about the protection, so on 15th evening, I took an I-pill. On 17th night, we again had protected sex, and on the 19th morning, I took another I-pill. I did not get my periods y... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The chance of pregnancy is low with sex on the days mentioned. Your period is late due to the effect of I-pill. It is too early to test, if you do not get your period by the 25th, then repeat the pregnancy test. But, the chance of pregnancy is almost nil. For more inf... Read Full »
I took a contraceptive pill right after sex. Can I get pregnant?
Query: Hi doctor, I have taken tablet Unwanted 72 for the first time within 20 minutes of sex. I have the feeling of vomiting, chest pain and I am feeling sleepy too. Is this normal? Can I get pregnant? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed your query. Unwanted 72 is an emergency postcoital contraceptive pill containing Levonorgestrel. Though it is effective within 72 hours after intercourse, it is very active when it is taken immediately after sex. As you have taken within 20 minutes, y... Read Full »