Does delayed period after unprotected sex reveal pregnancy?

Question

Hello doctor,

I am an 18-year-old girl. I recently started my sexual life (about a month ago), and I have used protection every time. I had sex four days ago. But at the beginning of the intercourse, we did not use a condom. He did not ejaculate, and my period should have started on the twelfth day of this month. So I thought it was unnecessary to take the morning-after pill since my menstruation was regulated, and my ovulation should have passed. Now I am five days late, I took two pregnancy tests, and they are negative. I consulted a doctor, and she gave me Progesterone pills to induce my period. I am still concerned about a possible pregnancy and wanted a second opinion. I have to mention that this month, I have been stressing, had trouble sleeping, lost weight and appetite, and got tender breasts. I also got a little spotting (before having sex). Please suggest.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have read your query and understand your concern. If you wish to rule out pregnancy conclusively, then you may get a serum beta hCG ((human chorionic gonadotropin) test done. You are surely not pregnant if the hCG levels are less than 3 mIU/mL. As you have already been prescribed Progesterone pills, the symptoms presently experienced by you might due to progesterone withdrawal, which can initiate your menses in the next three to five days if you are not pregnant.

I hope this helps.

Regards.