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i had sex with my GF this may 15, it was her ovulation week, but i didn't cum inside her, i'm just worried about pre cum.so by May 17 after she told me that she had white milky thing coming out from her vagina, we decided to buy Nordette. she took the first dose by 1pm which is May 18, and the next dose is May 19 1am. will she get pregnant? thanks for answering. >.<

Hello,Thanks for using health care magic.Pregnancy is possible only if you did ejaculate in her and if she was truly on her fertile period.Not sure of what you consider precum but if its that you had a withdrawal just before you ejaculated then there is a good chance some sperm cells must have enter in to her and could potentially lead to pregnancy.Nordette is effective in preventing pregnancy but its not 100 % effective and its effectiveness is reduced if taken many hours after esposure such as the case with you and your girlfriend.However, she will need to do a pregnancy test in case she misses her menses in order to rule out a pregnancy.Best regardsDr Achuo

Had unprotected sex. How to avoid pregnancy?

Had taken iPill after 5 hours when his condom tore up. Having periods (18-05) in a weeks time however this was not my menstruation periods which is 9th every month. Please let me know :-1) if m safe from getting pregnant2) is this bleeding normal after taking iPill3) will i have my menstruation periods in normal days?

Hi,Good idea in taking an emergency contraceptive pill right away, its one of the best ways to counter a condom breaking up on you.As for the bleeding, its most likely because your period is early this month, this can happen as a result of your emotional stress.But to make sure that you arent pregnant, take a home pregnancy test or go to a doctor and ask him to test your blood for signs of pregnancy.Yes you should continue having your period normally, if you arent prengnant.I hope this answered your question.

Had unprotected sex. Worried about pregnancy. Planning to take nordette. Any advice?

hello you see I just had an intercourse with my hubby last night but then after, we discovered that the condom which he used was broken.. I just bought a 21 bedded pill of nordette a while ago but don't know what to do with it.. we don't want to have another baby for now because my son is to young and we can't support another child in our family... please tell me how to use it as an ECP and how many times should I take it.... and is it really effective? cause I've reAd good comments about it..

Hi,Nordette 28 contains both estrogen and progestrone, in case of an emergency a dosage should be taken right away (4 light orange pills), a second dose should be taken 12 hours later, no sooner (also 4 pills).If taken the right way and in the right way, you shouldnt get pregnant. But if you show any symptoms that you are worried about, call a health care provider right away.I hope this answered your question.

Took i-pill after unprotected intercourse. Persisting bleeding. Is it due to pregnancy?

Hello Doctor,I'm on the pill and have been for about 9 months now it is the mini lower dose pill, in the last 3 months I've had a period 6 days after I finish the pill packet,then 6 days before I finish the packet and now I'm 17 days into this packet and I have dark black/brownish blood yesterday for a little while then again tonight what could it be? Thanks Richelle

Hello:If you are in a progestin only pill (mini-pill). The bleeding pattern that you are describing (scant infrequent bleeding) is something expected to happen.If this is not bothersome, you can continue taking the pill.If you fill that you are bleeding too much, maybe it is time to consider switching your birth control method.

Took emergency contraceptive pill after unprotected intercourse. What should be the dosage?

I had unprotected sex, I was sure that I did not finish inside her but the next day (around 36 hrs later) she took the first dose of postinor, after that she took the second one 24 hrs after exactly. 5 days later we had protected sex then I notice all over the condom blood coffe colored like stuff and 2 days later she had heavy cramps, did the pill do its work even though the pill was taken 24 hrs apart from the first one but both before 72 hrs before?

Hello and welcome to HCM.Thank you for your query.Although postinor instructions include taking one tablet immediately after sexual intercourse, it can be taken within 72 hours of sexual intercourse, and will still take effect. If both tablets were taken before 72-120 hours, they should do what they are supposed to do. The effect will be as expected.I hope I have succeeded in providing the information you were looking for. Please feel free to write back to me for any further clarifications. I would gladly help you.Best wishes.

On birth control pills. Occasional periods. Black, brownish bloody discharge. Reason?

Hi, i have been on Microgynon 30 for 14 years now, i have taken three packs back to back for the first time ever due to different circumstances as i didnt want a period. I am on the second week of the third pack and am getting break through bleeding and slight cramps, not much blood but noticeable. Is this normal and am i still protected against pregnancy? thanks

Hi, thanks for using healthcare magicYes, you should still be protected against pregnancy once you are using it consistently.Breakthrough bleeding can occur with the use of oral contraception. Microgynon contains the same components as seasonale which is an oral contraceptive that is taken for 3 months straight.I hope this helps

Took postinor after unprotected sex. Dark colored spotting, heavy cramps. Did the medication work?

Hey! I have a long-term boyfriend and I am sexually active. I am on the pill and about 2 and a half months ago I changed the pill I was on to a different one for my skin. For the past three weeks I have been very bloated. It began when I was due on for my period the same as it usually does, but it never went down and I am still very bloated. I feel very unattractive and uncomfortable. I've had some stomach cramps but not really anything out of the usual. I've had some brown discharge, but I do get that sometimes, so again I'm not thinking anything of it. I did have my period, so I don't think I'm pregnant, although I do know you can still have a period when pregnant. In my house, we are having a kitchen extension so we haven't had a kitchen for a while and therefore I am eating a lot of takeaway food, but it doesn't seem drastically more than usual? Could this very slight change make such a bloating in my stomach? I'm just very scared and confused right now and I really don't know what to do!

Hi there ~I understand your concerns. It is unusual to have a period when you are pregnant. I wonder if you are having a miscarriage and should consult a gynecologist. If the bleeding is from elsewhere and you have retained your pregnancy you will know after the pelvic examination by the gynecologist. Bloating of your stomach could be due to many reasons. One that I can gather from your history is you having changed the pills and I am not sure what you are referring to. The other is that you could be having gastritis which is easily treatable. I hope you see a doctor for this and it usually helps. Over the counter medications like digene before food may also be helpful. Take care and have a lovely day!

On Microgynon for long time. Mild bleeding and slight cramps after taking 3 packs back to back. Normal?

Good day, I am on trigestrel contraceptive pill for about 3 months now. I had intercourse with my husband during April 2013 and had my last period around 17 April 2013. I have always been on the pill i havent skipped once and i did not have any intercourse during this month May 2013. I am on my 5th red pill and my period is just not coming. Is it possible that i could be pregnant.

Hello,It is quite possible for a female to miss her periods or rather delay her periods inspite of being on regular birth control pills.There could be various causes for this like...If you have changed the type of birth control pillIf you have tried to prepone or postpone your periods in betweenIncreased physical or emotional stress.Incresed physical activity.Being on some diet.If you had some illness recently.And lastly,if you are pregnantIf you have taken some medicines like antibiotics recently.Just wait for 2 weeks more and if you don't get your periods,consult a Gynecologist and get yourself examined and investigated properly.Thanks

Bloating and uncomfortable after changing birth control pill. History of eating out a lot. Concerning?

hello, im probably over reacting but i just want some opinions. I had unprotected sex 3 out of 5 days of my ovulation (2-6) time.. none of the times he went in me but i know the sperm can live for days..and i just started birth control a week ago and now im having lower abdominal cramps and a slight streak of blood the 14th. The cramps are sharp but go away pretty quick..i have been very moody. Help please??

Hello and welcome to HCM.Thank you for your query.There are two-three possibilities from your description, and I shall explain them to you.1. Birth control: The initiation of birth control can easily cause side effects like lower abdominal cramps, mood swings, slight discharge (blood), etc. Thus, what you could be experiencing could be side effects of the birth control. You could consult your prescribing doctor and report the same2. Pregnancy: This is always done. Is routine in patients experiencing such symptoms, this I request you to conduct a home pregnancy test, which is to be done at least 20 days after your last sexual contact or on the first or second day of a missed period. An early morning urine sample should be used for most accurate results. This test might have to be repeated 2-3 times for an informed result3. Infections: As you are sexually active, the possibility of an infection, will have to be ruled out as wellMy opinion would be to consult your doctor, and find the cause for your presentation, which should most probably be one of the above conditions.I hope I have succeeded in providing the information you were looking for. Please feel free to write back to me for any further clarifications. I would gladly help you.Best wishes.

On trigestral contraceptive pill. Missing periods. Pregnancy chances?

Hi there. I take ginet and have been for a few years now. I have an active lifestyle which means that I cannot take the pill the same time each each day. Some days it's at 7am, others 8 or 8.30am. For the contraceptive to be effective, does the pill have to be taken at exactly the same time each day or are a few hours difference not going to affect the overall protection? Thanks.

Hello,Yes it is definitely said that birth control pills are most effective when taken at the same time every day.But it differs from pills to pills.If he birth control pill is only progestin type,then a delay of even three hours can cause risk of pregnancy but if the pull is a combinespd type pill ,like GINETTE,which has both estrogen and rogesterone,a delay of few hours won't make the difference.If your delay is less than 12 hours,you take it immediately and if the delay is more than 12 hours you take it and take the other day pill at its daily usual time.If you totally miss it then take two tablets at a time next day,but you have to use a back up with condom protection for atleast one week( applicable in first week of your cycle) and if you miss totally in 2nd,3 rd or 4 th week ,then take two tablets at a time,but then there won't be any need for any back up of condom protection.However if you find it confusing or if you are a forgetful person,then you may opt other methods of contraception likeDEPO- VERA INJ.NUVARING ETC.Discuss with your doctor about these.Thanks

Had unprotected sex. Started birth control. Have abdominal cramps and light discharge. Guidance?

Hi I want some advice in relation to contraceptives. I've got a Mirena coil fitted which I've had for 3 years now. I experience severe ovulation pains, up to 3 days at a time which keep me awake at night and are not relieved by Ibuprofen. Prior to the coil I took the pill for a number of years and then had 2 children. I am just wondering if the Mirena can exacerbate ovulation pain? I have never had pain like this before, even when using no contraception.I also experience bad period pains, but very little actual blood loss. The ovulation pains appear to start about 3 days after the period pains finish. I have had an ultrasound scan 6 months ago to check nothing else is causing the pain and everything appeared normal.I am considering getting the Mirena removed as cannot continue with such levels of pain. Is there an association between the Mirena and ovulation pain?

Hi welcome to Health care magic forum. Thanks for calling H.C.M.Forum. You got marina coil fitted three years back. now you are getting ovulation pains, three days after the period. You also had period pains, but little blood, U.S.scanning show nothing. You are thinking to get the marina removed. Your decision is correct, marina and other I.U.C.D .s should be changed after three years. Other wise there will be infection,and the potency also will be decreased. The infection will cause the pain and other symptoms. I advise you to consult a gynic, and get the marina removed. Wishing a quick and complete recovery. Best regards.

Taking ginet. At what time the birth control pills to be taken?

Hi I had the mirena coil fitted over 3 weeks ago, also a polyp was removed at the same time, i have had bleeding and pain ever since, i went to my gp 6 days ago who put me on a period delay table for 3 weeks, i am still bleeding, but it seems as if it is not fresh blood, i am still getting very painful sharp stabbing pains very low down in my stomach, i am worse off now than i was before i had the mirena fitted .... can you help

Hi welcome to health care magic forum. Thanks for calling H.C.M.Forum. You are having pain lower abdomen, and bleeding since 3 weeks, when a polyp is removed, and marina is fitted. G.P.priscribed period delay tablets for three weeks. still no use. it is not fresh blood. It appears to be the infection, and bleeding made it still worst. marina is expected to controle bleeding , still you have it means it is some thing . I advise you to consult a gynic for diagnosis and treatment. First of all you get the marina removed, then the doctor may give you some antibiotic. Don't worry you will be fine with this. Best regards.

Experience severe ovulation pains after getting Mirena coil. Could this be related ?

this side richa. i had a unprotected sex on 22nd of April,2013 and took i-pill within 2 hours after it was done. that time my periods date was approaching and it was supposed to fall on 12th of may but till now my periods does not occur as it is 14th today . so, i m very much worried about the same whether this is something due to the pill that has been taken or there is some pregnancy problem. please help me out for the same . i m in a great need this time. * one thing more to inform you that i had already taken i- pill twice previously for 4 months back . this is the 3rd time now. i even used pregnancy tester today to make sure about the condition and it showed the negative result. what should be the next step to be performed from my side.. please assist me..thanks

Hellowelcome to health care magicChances of pregnancy after taking emergency contraceptive pill is rare..Because of the presence of progestrone in it you may face with drawl bleeding..and your periods also will come irregularly...you need not to worry about pregnancy..with in due course of time your periods will regularize..there is no next step in this regard..Hope you understand my answerThank youDr.siddartha

Bleeding and sharp stabbing pain since mirena coil fitted and polyp removed. Why ?

my gf took ipill 2 hrs after sex...on 7april..her periods were due on 28 april...she had some bleeding on 23 april for around 2hrs....n then light light for another one or two hrs...after dat she havent had any bleeding yet...we had pregnency test 3 times...each after a gap of one week,since 15 april,dat says negetive...m very afraid...is she pregnant....or is she f9.....

Hi,Well the fact that she took a pill after having sex was a good idea, as it greatly reduces the chances of getting pregnant while having unprotected sex or on the breakage of a condom.Now, you must understand this, even though your girlfriends period is generally regular there are times when it is irregular for everyone, which means she can have her period later or earlier than normal.The fact that the home pregnancy test has given a negative result 3 weeks in a row is a good thing and in all likelihood means that she isnt pregnant.But if you're still having doubts about the results you can go to a doctor and ask them to test your girlfriends blood, it is by far one of the most efficient and accurate tests around, but takes time, since you have to make an appointment and see a doctor.I hope this answered your question.

Delayed periods. Had unprotected sex. Took i-pill. Pregnancy test negative. What is the next step?

Good morning. I took postinor 2 tablets less than 24 hours after sex but the second tablet I took after 16 hours that is I took the first tablet at 12.44am d second was to be no longer dan 16 hours but I slept n woke up at 5.19am dats wen I took the second pill. Will this prevent the drug from working properly. Thank you.

Hello As the Postinor 2 tablet to be taken first tablet within 72 hour followed by second tablet 12 hour after. As you have taken first tablet at right time but second tablet little latter. still it will work and it will prevent the pregnancy but not 100% Every pill has not 100% effective , these are just preventive measures. But if it is combindly used with the barrier contraceptive (like condom) are more effective ok take care

Took I pill after sex. Had bleeding. Pregnancy test negative. Can she be pregnant?

Hi , I started using gildess fe 1/20 contraceptive pills last month , starting day 1 of my period . The 3 weeks of active pills got over last week and I started the brown pills . However after starting the brown pills within 2 days I had very minimal bleeding that lasted not even for a day - so I got confused and started a fresh active pill on that 1st day. However since I did not have bleeding after that , so soon o stopped taking any more of the white pills and continued taking my brown pills from the first pack as I should have. After I finished that , I started the 2nd white pill active pack starting this Sunday ,may 5th --- however now nt having any periods and I kind if missed my cycle I guess ? I am very confused and scared as I seem to have messed up my cycle . I am generally very regular on my periods and do not have irregular cycles . Please advise what should I do now ? Is thre any chances that I may be pregnant ?

Hi there ~I understand your concerns. To allay your fears about pregnancy it might be best to take a urine pregnancy test (UPT). I also believe that you should not be switching over to the new pack if you have a period and go back to the new pack again if you have breakthrough bleeding like you had the first time around. I believe that you should have continued to take the brown pills. It is not unusual to have either breakthrough bleeding while being on the pills nor is it unusual to have variations in the cyclical periods when you are on the pills. Also skipping periods is normal in these situations. I hope this helps answer your questions.Take care and have a lovely day!

Took Postinor tablets with 16 hours gap. Will it be effective?

Hi,I am 23years old. I am taking Ginette35 for the last 1month. I had my periods last week and now I am on my 6th pill. I have Polycystic Ovary. Yesterday me and my fiance were fooling around and had unprotected sex! Do I need to take an Emergency Contraceptive Pill? And since I have PCOs,it is not that easy for me to get pregnant right? Please Help! Thank You.

Hi and thanks for the query, Polycystic ovarian disease is not a protection against pregnancy, or a complete definition that you cannot get pregnant. Your chances of getting pregnant are still high and there is a good percentage of women with POD that get pregnant under no treatment. Regular and routine birth control methods are still application to your case. Discussing with your physician with respect to the most convenient, appropriate and convenient methods with respect to you is my advice. Barrier methods especially, I suggest could be most appropriate for you. However, this shall be guided by the history, socioeconomic factors and actual clinical state. Thanks and best regards, Luchuo, MD.

Taken brown contraceptive pills, minimal bleeding started. Discontinued brown pills and started taking white pills. Missed periods. Pregnant?

I had sex on may 5th , the condum broke , I took the plan B less than an hour . Is it possible i can still be pregnant? Today is May 13th, and today i seen spoting this morning but now it left , My breast is also soar and i sqeezed the nipple of it and i seen just an inch of liquid came out , although I have a 10 yr old and a 4 yr old child now.

Hello,You can definitely get pregnant after taking PLAN B,as it is not a 100% fool proof method.If correctly taken,then seven out of eight females dont get pregnant with this.There is no way after taking PLAN B that you are pregnant or not,until it is time for your next period.If your periods are late,then you are advised to get pregnancy ruled out,by getting the urine test for pregnancy done.Thanks

Suffer from poly cystic ovary. Taking ginette. Do I need to take emergency contraceptive pill after unprotected sex?

I want to take an emergeny contraceptive pill to take after unprotected sex, and was prescribed a month's worth of gynera combined contraceptive pills. I understand that the morning after pill usually comes in the form of 2 pills only, not a normal combined contraceptive. If I take a month's worth of Gynera ethinylestradiol/gestodene, will this work as EMERGENCY contraception?

Hi there ~I understand your concern. I also hope that you are not concerned about the type of contraceptive method that you are using since you have already taken an emergency contraceptive method. To allay your anxiety regarding a pregnancy, I recommend that you take the urine pregnancy test if you feel anxiety about potential pregnancy as soon as you find out you missed your next menstrual period. I hope this helps. Take care and have a lovely day!

Took plan B after condom broke during sex. Can I still get pregnant ?

I took postinor 2 in less than 24hrs after having unprotected sex,I actually took both pill at once.afterwards I took alcohol and still had unprotected sex the next day.all these happened four days after my last period.will the drug still be effective?also,since it all happened only four days after my last period ended I'm I safe?tnx

you are quite safe.u need not worry,it is only 4 th day after ur period.there is no chance of ovulation.so it is quite impossible to become pregnant.more postinor will have same action upto 72 hrs. so no need to be worried.but from next time be cautious about unprotected sex.and i believe in next month u hav period ,but some irregularity can happen due to intake of postinor.

Had unprotected sex, on gynera. Will taking a month's worth of Gynera ethinylestradiol work as emergency contraception?

i had unprotected sex with my boyfriend on the 4th day of my cycle. He did not ejaculate in me. But i was worried and took unwanted 72 on the 5th day of my cycle, and within 24 hours of unprotected sex. I had a bleeding 6 days after taking the pill. My periods was due on 1st may but i still have not had my periods. What could have happened? Because i do think i could be pregnant.

Hellowelcome to health care magicGenerally in a regular cycle ovulation occurs on 14th day of menstrual cycle..sperms cal have their in vagina up to 3-4 days,,You have no chances of being pregnant,,that too he didn't ejaculate in you..If you are still worrying about pregnancy go for pregnancy conformation test..it will tell you..Regarding your delayed cycle this month,,this is because you have taken the unwanted 72,,it contains progestins which alter the cycle.Hope you understand my answer.Thank youDr.siddartha

Took postinor after having unprotected sex. Had alcohol. Will the pills be effective?

I am experiencing some heavy brown ordorless discharge, it has been happening the past week or so and comes and goes. Ocassionally it is barely noticeable in other Ocassions it come out in large amounts. I have had sex without using condoms. However I am on the pill and have not missed a pill so far, I do not have a period with this pill therefore I cannot tell if this is breakthrough blood or not. I have only started to get concerned as it seems to be getting heavier. I have had some itchiness but no burning and also some slight bleeding, please advise me on what to do next, I'm worried in case I'm just being a hypochondriac.

hello good morning at first u dont tell yr age,if u r taking pills then no cause of pregency, have u suffer first time or in past u also suffer from same problem if u have symptoms of back pain, weakness, giddiness,u may suffer from leucorrhoea, u have consult yr gynecologist and do sonography, if u r suffereing from leucorrhoea nothing to worry 15 days medicine will cure yr all problems if other problem yr gynecologist will guide u

Delayed periods. Had unprotected sex. Took unwanted 72. Pregnant?

sir i had sex in morning of 10th may . my last date started on 22nd april & end on 26th .if i take unwanted 72 what will be the changes to get the periods earlier than the right time , bcz 2years back i had earlier period bcz of unwanted 72 . But last year when i take the same tablet it was normal periods.please guide me .I mean will the periods comes earlier same or at the same time p.p

Hi welcome to Health care magic forum. Thanks for calling H.C.M.Forum. You had sex on 10 th may , your last day of the period is 26-4-13. you want to know the changes of period if take unwanted 72. Previously you had different changes. Human body is not a machine to predict everything. The expected date will dependant on so many factors like level of harmones in the body, and added by medicines, etc. you can only expect the result but not the timings. Best regards.

Experiencing heavy brown odorless discharge and itchiness. Had unprotected sex. Taking pill. What to do?

Long story short, my girlfriend got the depo shot in January. Mid March she changed completely. She feel into a deep depression and wanted to be alone all the time. She broke up with me last night because she said she feels like a relationship is the last thing she needs. She knows the shot messed her up and did not get it again. I can't convince her to see a Dr. Could the depo be the cause of all this?

Hello, Thanks for choosing health care magic for posting your query. depot is a form of injectable drug which lasts in a body for a long time. There are many different medications which are given in the depot like antispychotics, cardiac drugs, painkillers, and OCPs ect. I suppose what you are talking of depot, its the OCP thing as you have not stated anything. OCP given in a depot formulation have various hormones like progesterone and that can lead to a depression. It necessary for her to see a doc who can treat her depression with the routine therapies. Hope I am able to answer your concerns. If you have any further query, I would be glad to help you. In future if you wish to contact me directly, you can use the below mentioned link: bit.ly/dr-srikanth-reddy Wish you good health, Dr. Srikanth Reddy M.D.

Will there be changes to get periods after taking unwanted 72?

I have been on the Micronor for four years. Recently I have missed 2 weeks of taking it as we where on hoilday and I lost my suitcase. My first day of my last period was on the 3rd April. I was due to have a menstrual flow the first week of May. Around the 28th of April I bleed lightly for 2-3 days. Not sure what I should do?

Hi,Well the best thing you can do is either avoid having sex till you can get a new prescription from your doctor or use other forms of protection like condoms at all times.A more tedious way is monitor your period closely and know on which days you are ovulating and have sex accordingly.I hope this helped.

Depression after getting depo shot. Side effect?

I had started taking birth control pills and then stopped. I had started experiencing anxiety attacks after taking them. Recently I have been having severe lower back pain, cramping, hot flashes, headaches, and have a thick white discharge. My period is a week late but I didn't know if that would be from when I stopped taking the pills?Thanks

Hello.The symptoms that you have(anxiety,back paim,cramping,hot flashes,headaches)are adverse effects caused by birth control pills.These adverse effects are more intense to start take and decrease a few weeks laterbut as you have much discomfort,go to your doctor to change pills by another birth control.I wish you good health(In case the answer would have been useful please indicate this)

Taking micronor. Missed taking pills. Spotting. What to do now?

Hello ive been off the depo injection for 6-7 months now and for the first 3 months me and my partner had unprotected sex but then we started using condoms for the last 4 weeks ive been spotting.... 3 days ago I stopped so me and my partner had unprotected sex but we used the pull out method....the day after I was spotting brown blood for 2 days now ive spotted..... can you help me please ????

Hi, Thanks for the query. The possible causes are: Local factors like cervical erosion, polyp etc. Hormonal imbalance. So as you are having repeated episodes of spotting better to consult gynecologist once and get examined to find out the possible cause. And also rule out any possibility of post-coital tear. For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429 Take care.

Anxiety attacks upon stopping the birth control pills. Severe lower back pain, cramping and hot flashes. Delayed periods

Hi, I'm taking a birth conrtol pill called Qlaira. I forgot to take the medication the other night and I was on day 20, then I forgot to start a new pack and took day 21. I am a couple hours over now and I'm confused about what I need to do. I cant contract my doctor due to the time and wont be able to till Monday morning. I was wondering if I should continue with the pack I'm on or open a new pack or just dont do anything till Monday morning. Thanks for the assistance in advance.

Hi, Thanks for the query. As you missed one pill, the possibility of complete protection is some what doubtful. So better to go for additional protection for one week. And continue the older pack. After completing the pack you can go for new pack as per the schedule. In this week you can choose some barrier method of contraception. For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429 Take care.

On depo injection. Spotting brown blood after having unprotected sex. Help

I had unprotected sex about 4 weeks ago and my period should start about now. I have had some cramps but i just started a new type of birth control and haven't started yet. I also looked online and found the amount of birth control to take that equals the Plan B pill and took them awhile after. Am I pregnant or am I just psyching myself out?

Hi, Thanks for the query. If you had unprotected intercourse at the time of ovulation then there is possibility of pregnancy. But delay in periods always may not indicate pregnancy and that can occur due to many causes. Birth control pills can act as emergency pill when taken in sufficient dosage but they should be taken within 72 hours of the intercourse. So now you check for pregnancy once with the kit and depending o the result proceed further. For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429 Take care.

On birth control pills. Forgot pills for a day, took day 21 pill instead of day 20 the next day. Guide

Hi, I am pregnant for 3 weeks and I took 3 searle 1461 orally to terminate pregnancy at 20h00 and after 30 minutes I was bleeding with cramps and also the following day I was still bleeding with cramps.Did the terimnation succeded and am I not going to have difficulties falling pregnant in future again and how long is this pain going to occure?

Hi, Thanks for the query. You should not take tablets for termination with out consulting the doctor and confirming the intrauterine pregnancy. If your bleeding and cramps are continuous better to consult gynecologist once to confirm the completion of abortion process. If you took these tablets for the first time, these may not affect your future fertility. But repeated usage should be avoided. For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429 Take care.

Had unprotected sex. Took birth control pills. Pregnant?

Hi I have a very regular period i start every month around the 16-18 and end 5 days later. This month i started on the 16 and ended on the 21. I had unprotected sex the same day i ended my period. i was concerned about it so on the 24 i took plan b just in case. now i have had what i thought was my period coming early but it only lasted a few hours and the blood was bright red almost orange. could i be pregnant?

Hi, Welcome to HCM, As you had sex during most infertile period, there is no chance of having pregnancy. You took plan b tablet after 48 hours of sex so it effect is doubtful. But afterwards you got withdrawal bleeding, chances of pregnancy is less. To be on safe side go for pregnancy test if you do not get period in time. Ok and bye.

Pregnant. Took 3 searle 1461 orally to terminate pregnancy. Having excess bleeding and stomach cramps now. Is the termination successful? Complications later?

I had the Mirena iud placed on march 28,2013, it expelled on it's own april 27, 2013. It was encased in a large blood clot the size of a tennis ball. now I have nonestop heavy bleeding, I have gone through 5 pads in a 5 hour period and have passed 11 clots twice the size of fifty cent pieces in 9 hours, the blood is a dark red. i also have discomfort, pain and lighheadedness when the clots pass. I am 22 years old, 5'5 and 190 lbs.

Hi, Thanks for the query. You once consult gynecologist and get examined to find out the possible cause for the bleeding. Take medicines to stop the bleeding first. The if there is any local cause for the bleeding let it be treated. If the bleeding was only due to hormonal imbalance, then you have to go for hormonal pills for few months to regularize the periods. For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429 Take care.

Had unprotected sex after periods. Took Plan B. Had bright red bleeding. Pregnancy?

hi, please i need to know if pregnancy can occur if i had unprotected sex an hour after taking emergency contraceptive pills. I felt the pills i had taken would kinda protect me all through the day but i think am pregnant because my menstral period didnt come which is so unusaul as i usually have a regular and consistent mentrals flow. But from the urine test i did, it saying am not pregnant, so am confused, really need ur advise. freaking out here already

Hello, thanks for using health care magic. Emergency contraceptive pills act by various mechanisms such as preventing ovulation and fertilization and by increasing the cervical plug to prevent the entrance of sperms. Haven taken the emergency contraceptive pill one hour prior to intercourse, it is less likely to have had a pregnancy given the above mechanisms and that emergency pills protects against pregnant if taken for up to 72 hours after intercourse. The absence of menses is likely a side effect of the pill which causes hormonal imbalance. However, though its less likely you could be pregnant, you should re do the pregnancy test in a week's time. Best regards. Dr Achuo

Mirena came out with heavy bleeding. Pain, discomfort and lightheadedness. What to do?

Hi, I am a newlywed, and we are planning to have a family in about two years, so Mirena sounded like a good idea. It's been in since October that the Mirena was placed, I went in for a check up, and he couldn't feel the strings. I am showing several signs of pregnancy, but I haven't had a period since implantation and my HPTs have been coming up negative for a couple months... could all this just be a side effect of the Mirena? Thank you!

Hi, thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic. Miena contains Levo norgestrel. It is a progesterone. Probably you are feeling the side effects of progesterone after Mirena implant. It takes few months for the body to get adjusted for the hormonal effects of Mirena. 20 to 25% of women suffer from amenorrhea (absence of period) although this side effect may not be desirable and creates confusion for young women like you. If the strings are not felt by your treating Dr, then it is better to confirm the position of Mirena through X-Ray or ultrasound of pelvis. It will relieve you of your anxiety and will further help you decide about the next method of contraception that you want to follow. The reasons for absence of thread could be 1. bigger size of uterus due to pregnancy. 2. expulsion of Mirena. 3. either it is buried inside the myometrium (muscle layer of uterus) or the stings are withdrawn into uterus. The signs of pregnancy like nausea, bloating sensation and breast heaviness can also occur due to the hormone present in Mirena. Since your pregnancy test is negative, it is better to confirm the presence of Mirena through ultrasound or X-Ray. I hope this is helpful to you.

Unprotected sex after taking contraceptive pills, missing periods, negative pregnancy tests. Advise?

Hi, as I heard and read through net copper t seems to be the best option for birth control. My wife is a mother of 4 months baby. Is this a good time to take it. I am afraid whether there will be any side effects because of it. Is there any different types of copper t. Can you please suggest which one if any and let me know approx price of it. Kindly clarify my doubt.

Hello, Thanks for your query. as you have already got a baby so Copper T can be safe and most effective contraceptive method, make sure your wife did not have Postpartum infection or PID in last three to four months.Copper T is effective for about 10 years. Other IUD is Mirena which unlikely to Copper T contain harmone and is effective for 5 years. Only 1% of failure has been reported with these IUDs. Usually IUDs like copper T are safe but copper may trigger allergies in some women and may cause unusual heavy vaginal bleeding and cramps. Rarely it may perforate uterus. Cost is reasonable but can vary depending on product company. Hope it helps. Take Care!

No strings of Mirena felt by the doctor, no periods after placing Mirena. Symptoms of pregnancy, HPT negative. Side effect?

I had unprotected sex with my boyfriend, he pulled out before ejaculation.. I took Next Choice roughly 45-60min after intercourse. What's making me paranoid is that according (checked fertility calendar) to my cycle I am on my last day of ovulation. I'm reading all these stories online that on or after ovulation the pill does nothing to prevent pregnancy. Is this true? Please help.

Hi, Thanks for the query. No, if you take the pills as per the schedule they can prevent the pregnancy irrespective of the period of menstrual cycle. So no need to worry. But emergency pill is having some amount of failure rate in general. So if you miss the period, once go for pregnancy test. Better to avoid repeated use of emergency pills. For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429 Take care.

Mother of 4 months baby. Is it a good time to take birth control pill, copper t. Different types of copper t? Price?

i dont have any problem with it. I m taking femilone pills from last 3 yrs after 1 baby. i dnt want any other child but i m experienced 4 kg wait loss since last 3 yrs. it was 48 kg now it is 44 kg.Is it due to these tabs. or whenever i will discontinue these tabs will i suffer from any side effects like wt.gain,0r any other?till how many yrs we can continue these tabs safely?

Hi, thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic. Femilone contains Desogestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol. Generally COMBINED oral contraceptives can result in weight gain. Both estrogen (water retention) and progesterone (androgenic action) are responsible for the weight gain. Desogestrel in Femilone is a progesterone preparation. It is devoid of the androgenic property of most other progesterones. So it does not result in weight gain. But as a progesterone, it results in severe nausea, loss of appetite and bloating sensation in stomach all of which can contribute to your loss of weight. You should stop Femilone at least 6 months before you plan for your pregnancy. Although it may take only 1 to 2 months for the return of ovulation and fertility to in some persons ovulation may be delayed. Weight gain after stopping the pill is not noted in many people but in your case the improved appetite that may occur on stopping the pill may contribute to weight gain. Loss of 4 kg in a span of 3 years is not a drastic weight loss and may not necessarily be due to pill and could be due to other factors like stress. Being hormonal preparations, both estrogen and progesterone can result in increase in blood sugar level (pre diabetic) that can also contribute to weight loss. However since you are taking the pill for 3 years, it is better you consult your treating Dr to rule out other causes of weight loss. I hope this helps.

On last day of ovulation as per fertility calender. Will birth control pills be effective?

Can I get pregnant on my ovulation day? I had intercourse in the afternoon and I ovulated that same morning or the night before. I took two cilest pills 6 hours after intercourse as an emergency contraceptive . Could I still have gotten pregnant ? After taking those pills I kind of regreted it , a pregnancy would be happy news. So was wondering what my odds are?

Hi and thanks for the query, taking emergency contraceptive pills on the same day after a risky sexual intercourse is actually very effective ,and reduces chances of conception to up to 95%. Your chances of getting pregnant are actually very low. I would suggest you visit your gynecologist or antenatal care attendant for counseling. This might be of help in helping you plan on when to get pregnant when you are actually really very ready. A good mastery of your menstrual cycle might be of great help. I suggest you also discuss with your partner to decide when it is most appropriate for you. thanks and best regards, Luchuo, MD.

Taking femilone pills. Weight loss. Medication side effect?

Hi, I am 49 years old and healthy. I recently moved to Australia and my doctor put me on Loette 2 months ago. I have been on a different birth control pill for the past 7 years. Recently I have been suffering from depression which is very unusual for me. I am not cuurently needing to be on birth control. Should I just stop taking it? Thank you.

Hello Welcome to health care magic I can understand your situation. I appreciate your effort to seek online support. Loette contains levonorgesterol and ethinyloestradiol tablets as oral contraceptives. These hormonal preparations can sometimes cause mood fluctuations or depressive symptoms. However, there could be another cause for your symptoms as you are taking OCPs from a long time. I advise you to visit a psychiatrist for detailed work up and diagnosis. Also continue consulting a gynaecologist for readjustment of OCPs, if required. Hope it helps Good luck Regards Dr. Gourav Monga Consultant Psychiatrist

Had intercourse on ovulation day, taken contraceptive pill. Chance of pregnancy?

hi, I'm 17 years old and am sexually active. I have been on the birth control pill for about six months or so now and a few weeks ago Im pretty sure I skipped a day but just took both pills the next day. a few weeks after that I started bleeding and I figured it was just my period. after about two days it changed from blood to heavy brown discharge. the discharge happened continuously for about a week and a half. i took a pregnancy test and it came up negative. today I was nauseous all day and couldn't go to school because of it, I'm also having hot flashes and have been over heated all day. should I try another pregnancy test or is this just from missing a day on the pill?

Hello I am not sure about the your due date of period. If your due date of period is passed then you should go again for urine pregnancy test. As you are felling hot flush it may be due to pill becouse pill contains hormones effect of these hormone menifest like this . so you should wait till your due date then decide ok take care

Taking Loette. Have been on different birth control pills. Suffering from depression. Continue medications?

Hi, I have only used the depo shot two time. My first time was nov15 2012 and for the first three months i really didnt bleed. my second shot was jan 31 2013 and a month after that about march 8 i was spotting and now apr 23 it is heavy bleeding and no signs of stopping. i tried premarin for 3 days and slowed down but started back. I also take vietamins and maca root pills.I suposed to have gotten a shot on apr 18 but decided to do birth control pills to help with the bleeding. Will this stop all of this bleeding?

Hi, Thanks for the query. Yes, birth control pills can help in stopping the bleeding. Better to take two pills a day with your doctor's advice to stop the bleeding. Along with the pills you go for anti-fibinolytics initially. Once the bleeding stops you can continue one tablet a day for the purpose of contraception. For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429 Take care.

On birth control pills. Pregnancy negative. Missed a pill and feeling hot flashes and nauseous. Pregnant?

Hello Sir/ Madam,I am 23 years old. I had unprotected sex first time with my husband on 29 march, 30 march and 31 march. I fear now that I will get pregnant.On first day some sperms had enter in my vagina. It almost 5 days today and I had not taken any pills. Please tell me which pills should effective now to avoid pregnancy. My periods had occurred last month on 9 feb. Is there any chance to get pregnant?

Hi, Welcome to HCM, If you had sex during infertile period i.e safe period roughly means first or last week of your period then chance of pregnancy is rare, provided you have regular period. Now as 5 days are gone no medicine will work to stop pregnancy. As you had last period on 9th February then what about the period expected in about 8-9th march ? That is not made clear. Ok and bye.

Had depo shot. Heavy bleeding. Tried premarin, vitamins, maca root pills. Not helping. Switch to pills, stop bleeding?

Hi, i missed my oral contraceptive, althea pills last night and left the meds at work. I come back to to work tonight, same time of my next schedule for a pill. So basically i missed a day's dose, i remembered if i can still drink the pill at an earlier time and follow the original schedule, its still ok, but i cant drink it earlier since im at home . Whats my next option?

Hello Studies say that if you miss ONLY a single dose, you have to take two pills a the next scheduled time. But missing the dose more than once compromises the efficacy of the pills. I would advise you to take two pills today at the scheduled time. But if you have missed the pills more than once, i would you to use some other method of contraception like condoms for this month while continuing the pills. Take care

Had unprotected sex, almost 5 days, not taken pill. Which pill, pregnancy chance?

I have been on the birth control pill since August. It messed with my hormones and I gained about 10 pounds when I first went on. For the past few months I have been eating very healthy and going to the gym every other day but the weight wont budge. Its all in my midsection. Im considering stopping the pill if it will help me to lose the weight, but then I read a bunch of forums and people are saying I will gain weight if I stop the pill, which is it; because I cannot deal with this weight anymore...

Hi, Welcome to HCM, You are taking OCP (Oral contraceptive pill) for last 8 months and gained weight that too central obesity, please understand that these low dose pill do not cause obesity or weight gain. It is possible that you are free of anxiety of unwanted pregnancy and if this is coupled with high calories intake and less physical activity can cause weight gain. You have not mentioned your age as increasing age slows down metabolism and may cause weight gain. Please visit your Physician and after examination proper investigation to exclude Hypothyroidism , Cushing syndrome, Polycystic ovarian disease, or even metabolic syndrome with the help of appropriate investigations if there is any cause it can be treated and stopping pills you can discuss with Gynecologist and can use alternative method of contraception. If every thing is fine just take care of your healthy and low calories balanced diet with exercise regularly you will lose weight and regain shape. Take care Good Luck Dr.Akhilesh Dubey M.D.

Missed taking oral contraceptive pill. Can I take it next day?

I have Implanon birth control in my left arm . Two days ago i started having a pain in my left arm and when I extended my arm i had pain from my shoulder to my elbow . The next day the pain had moved to my armpit where it now looks slightly swollen and I can feel a small lump and now when I try to left my arm at the shoulder i have a strong pain. could it be caused by my implanon?

Hi, Thanks for the query. Rarely side effect like fibrosis around the implanon or development of infection etc can occur. The lump you are feeling could be swollen lymph node. So you once consult gynecologist, get examined. If the presence of infection is confirmed you may need antibiotic course and anti-inflammatory and analgesic drugs. Possibly with this the symptoms will decrease. For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429 Take care.

Have gained weight, taking birth control pill, not losing exercising also. Weight gain stopping pill?

I am on the depo provara shot and have been for almost two years now. I have had troubles with bleeding but fixed it with estrogen pills from my gyonocologist. I again started bleeding which I thought was fine and just needed to get more pills cause this is a reoccurring problem for me towards the end of my three months. but one night I went on a walk and started feeling really nauseous figured it was just from food but now the nauseous feeling has lasted for a few days what is wrong

Hi, Thanks for the query. Depo provera can cause side effects like nausea, boating sensation, menstrual irregularities etc. So all the symptoms you are having can be side effects of the depo. Usually these will subside soon and may not need any treatment. If the symptoms recur you can go fro symptomatic treatment. After that also if the symptoms persist you consult gynecologist and discuss about changing the contraceptive method. For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429 Take care.

Pain in the left shoulder and elbow after implanon placed. Swollen armpit. Reason?

Hi mam,I had sex with my bf in 3rd week after my periods. Though he was sure that cum didnt go inside the vagina.still i took unwanted 72. Just within half an hour. Next day i had anal with him and he cum in it. But surely it didnt went inside vagina. Its my period date and still not down. Is there anything to worry. What should i do?Warm Regards

Hi, thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic. Abstinence or withdrawal pull out is associated with a highest failure rate. Although unwanted 72 contains Levonorgestrel, a progesterone which prevents conception and can cause withdrawal bleeding, it will not protect you from the subsequent exposure you had. Since the second exposure was too close to your periods date, and happened after you took the pill, unwanted 72 may not have been effective. The withdrawal bleeding should have come within 5 to 7 days. Since the pill contains high level of hormone it may have disrupted the menstrual cycle and may have caused the delay. But still in your case, the chances of pill failure is more and so you have to rule out pregnancy through urine and blood tests. If your pregnancy tests are negative, then visit your treating Dr and follow a regular method of contraception suggested by your Dr and avoid using ECP frequently as it may completely disrupt your menstrual cycle. I hope this is helpful to you.

On Depo Provera shot. Nausea, bleeding. What is wrong?

3 yrs ago I got the mierna iud put in and my periods have been so unperdictable. Recently I've notice that my breast are leaking and my nipples are purple they feel a bit heavier then normal. I've had my period at the beginning of the month for a few days then it went a way but just yesterday I started bleeding very heavey and its different bright red color. I took at test to see if I was pregnant right before my first period at the begining of the month it was negitive not sure what's going on nervous

Dear jillyc4186, Levonorgestrel IUD users may experience abnormal uterine bleeding, the cause of which is usually unknown. You should first inform your doctor to exclude displacement or any intracavitary pathology. If the device is not displaced, no intracavitary pathology and the pregnancy test is negative, I reassure you that this bleeding is temporary and that you can easily treat it by one of the following: - mefenamic acid 500 mg tid for 5 days and resume with the beginning of menses. - ibuprofen 600 mg once daily throughout menses. - tranexamic acid 1 gm qid for 5 days and resume with menses. Regarding you breast trouble I advise you to measure your (serum prolactin) and if you have high levels it will be treated accordingly. I hope these few words were useful to you and I wish you the best of luck. Dr. Ahmed Bahaa.

Delayed periods. Had taken emergency contraceptive pill after intercourse. Chances of pregnancy?

Is it normal for a girl to miss her period when on birth control ? my girlfriend jus started take birth control for the first time and they finished on satuday and the is the week she should get her period, but today makes 4 days now and she still havent got her period. Since she been on them we had sex only once and we used a condom.

Hi, Thanks for query. Yes it is normal in disturbances in menstrual cycle when she is on birth control measure because they are having estrogen and progesteron harmones and causing menstrual disturbances. delay in period for 4day not a worry,wait for at least 10days,than go for pregnancy test,and consult a gynae. Chances of pregnancy in your case is nil because she is on pills and you are using condom. so don't worry. take care.

Having irregular periods, leaking and heavier breasts, purple nipples after getting mierna inserted. Remedy?

Hi I have taken I pill in March 2012 last time and now I need to take it today on 19 th april 2013 due to unprotected sex . I have consumed I pill twice earlier , one time in Oct 2011 also and then in march 2012 . Please suggest is it safe to consume I pill now in april 2013 and will it have long lasting effects on future pregnancy ?

Hi, Thanks for the query. There should be at-least two months gap between the two emergency pills. Frequent use of i pill can lead to short term and short term side effects. If there is no choice now, you can take this time. But in future try to use some other regular contraceptive methods to prevent future complications. For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429 Take care.

Is it normal for a girl to miss her period when on birth control ?

Hi I have had a mirena coil fitted for just over two years. I have suddenly now gained a stone in weight and feel terribly bloated. I have jawline congestion spots too & have been told this is a result of the coil. Just worried about the bloated stomach - I went a little over calorie intake at the weekend but not that much

Hi, Thanks for the query. Sometimes bloating sensation of the abdomen can be seen as side effect of the mirena coil. And there are no proved evidences related to weight gain due to the coil. But as you are having congestion spots, better to consult gynecologist once and get examined to rule out serious complications like blood coagulation problems. Don't worry these are rare but better to rule out. If you are continuously having problem with this better to choose some other contraceptive measure. For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429 Take care.

Is it safe to take i pill frequently? Any effect on future pregnancy?

I have been on the birth control nuva ring for almost 2 years now and here recently I have noticed my stomach has been getting larger and its tight. I have frequent urination, nausea, always tired, cravings, increase breast size and my breast are very tender. My husband and I quit using all other types of birth control except for my ring about 3 months ago. I still have my periods but I have been having painful cramps and I don't bleed that much, does it sound to you that I would be pregnant.

Hi, Thanks for the query. Sometimes nuva ring can lead to side effects like nausea, bloating sensation etc. If you didn't use it as per the schedule it may not give complete protection. Though some of your symptoms are suggesting pregnancy, just by symptoms we cannot confirm or exclude the pregnancy. So you better consult gynecologist and go for pregnancy test. if the test comes negative you can take symptomatic treatment. If the symptoms persist after this also you can choose some other method of contraception. For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429 Take care.

Weight gain after putting mirena coil. Bloated stomach, jawline congestion. Side effects?

Hi. I will start with the fact that i had the mirena iud incerted feb 2011. A few momths later developed anxiety. Was prescribed prozac and anxiety attacks begab immediately. Suffered through that for a little over a year before finally requesting to be taken off. Ive been off for a few momths and had mirena removed last feb. I have had 2 periods since which were not normal. Pretty much three weeks of random spotting with each period. For the last week i have been experiencing nausea, a burning sensation in my stomach, lightheadedness and a low grade annxiety. I started spotting yesterday a brown discharge and then this morning a little of red but mostly just comes when using the bathroom. Took a pregnancy test a few days ago and came out negative. My question is whether this all sounds like side effects from mirena and post removal? Could it be a stimach ulcer? A combo of several thing?

Hello, thanks for the query. IUD removed and that chapter closed now. Now we are talking about your problems that nausea, burning sensation in stomach,anxiety. Blood spotting is normal so don't think about that. This is the nature of an individual that how he or she reacts to things around him. over reaction to surrounding is a form of anxiety and that is in your case. When iud was inserted from day first you were not feeling comfortable with it and that was an anxiety. IUD removed and still you didn't come out from that dilemma and that is anxiety. Due to anxiety you are feeling hyper acidity ( gastritis ) like symptoms . So control yourself , if not, than consult a psychiatrist and take tt . You will be right within a short period. Regard Dr. HET

On nuva ring birth control. Stomach getting bigger, increase in breast size. Mild periods with cramps. Pregnancy chances?

Hi, I had a TT380 Slimline copper iud fitted three weeks ago and have been bleeding quite heavily ever since. Is this normal? Will it ever stop? I am 37, height 5ft 5in, weight 10st 3pounds (not normal weight had first baby almost 5mths ago I am in the process of losing weight). I am in no pain just bleeding lots and not passing any clots. Any advice? Is it not suitable for me? Should I have it removed? Also due to have period next week.

Dear helbridle, The intrauterine device is by far the most suitable method for your age. Excessive bleeding is a side effect, but there is medical treatment. First of all you should exclude organic causes, the most important of which is displacement. This could be ruled out by a pelvic ultrasound, preferably transvaginal. If the IUD is in place, you may start medical treatment and there are many options, some of which are the following: - mefenamic acid 500 mg tid for 5 days and resume with the beginning of menses. - ibuprofen 600 mg once daily throughout menses. - tranexamic acid 1 gm qid for 5 days and resume with menses. Another option is to change this type by the progesterone medicated type. I hope these words were usefull and wish you the best of luck. Dr. Ahmed Bahaa.

Suffer from anxiety, irregular periods, burning in stomach. Side effects of mirena removal?

Hi, I've been on Loette for a bit over a year and I realised the other day that I had missed one of my pink tablets and I just skipped it since I couldn't remember not taking it. I only waited 6 days not 7 of continuously taking the pill before having sex with my boyfriend and my period is now 6 days late and I'm quite worried even though I know the chance of me being pregnant is quite unlikely. Should I take a pregnancy test or has my period just been skipped? I'm almost on medication for miagranes but I've continuously taken that and haven't had any problems. Thank you!

Hi and thanks for the query, as you rightly put it, it is very unlikely that it should be a pregnancy. The chances are low but nor impossible however. Missed periods in young females of reproductive age is not a rare phenomenon. But I suggest you get a pregnancy test done. I do not think that the migraine medication has actually interfered in anything, considering the fact its never really done so i the past. Exclude a pregnancy and regularize more your birth control medication. Thanks and best regards, Luchuo, MD.

Have heavy bleeding after slimline copper IUD fitted. Normal or remove?

I am switching from Caziant birth control and have been on it for five years. I took all of the pills and now I am switching to my new birth control I am on, Tri Sprintec. I took the Sunday pill, and I want to know if I am protected or need a back up form of birth control. I read online that I am safe and do not need one, but I want to know for sure because I have also read that the birth control takes a month to kick in, but also 7 days. I am confused. I have been on a different birth control for years and things have been fine, but I switched due to money issues and wanted an easier pill.

Hi, Thanks for the query. If you continued the new pill after stopping the old pill as per schedule, you can expect full protection. If you have taken gap more than recommended, you have to use some additional method of contraception like barrier method for at-least one week after starting the new pill. As you know this new pill also you have to take at same time of the day for better results. For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429 Take care.

Missed taking loette for one day. Will this cause pregnancy?

Is it okay to take nordette again? I just took nordette as ecp last march 28. A day after I had unprotected sex. 4 pills in the first dose and another 4 after 12 hrs. I had withdrawal bleeding after 8 days, April 5. We had unprotected sex again yesterday, April 13, he used withdrawal method 4 times but I still want to be sure. Can I take Nordette as ECP again? Please help. Thank you

Hi, Thanks for the query. There should be at-least two months gap between the usage of emergency pills. Repeated usage can lead to menstrual irregularity and other related problems. For more details:http://srsree.blogspot.in/2012/08/emergency-contraceptive-pill-short-term.html If you are having no other option, you can use them. But after that try to use some regular contraceptive method to avoid these problems. For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429 Take care.

On birth control. Switching from caziant to tri sprintec. Safe?

I'm 32 women who had a baby Sept 2012 followed by tubal ligation. I have experienced insomnia, upset stomach, low blood pressure, puffy veins arms, headache, tingling in hands. I work out 4 days a week for an hour. I drink one latte early in morning but never experienced this. I feel stressed and lack of oxygen and don't know why. I only work 3 hours a day. I have had mild depression on and off with little hair loss. ??? I have been tested for my thyroid already.

Hi, Thanks for the query. You once consult physician, go for physical examination and go for complete blood picture. If everything is normal, the symptoms can be possibly due to depression. You once consult your regular psychiatrist and discuss related to this. Try to spend more time with your family members and baby that can elevate the mood and can decrease the symptoms. For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429 Take care.

Took nordette after unprotected sex. Had withdrawal bleeding. Can I take it again?

Hello, this is my 3rd time taking plan b one step. The doctor that gave it to me from the health department said I should be okay. But, I'm still a lil scared. The first time I took the pill, I had no side effects. that was in january. the next time i took it was march 20th or March 19 or 16. I became extremely sick and almost went to the er four days after taking the pill. The things I had were nausea,diarrhea and constipation at the same time. some very scary swelling of the stomach, bloating, abdominal pain, and then, my ovary began to hurt. Although my doctors said the pill couldn't have caused those reactions, I'm still scared because I probably shouldn't have taken it again. After this I'm getting depo for free. but, should I be okay. its the first night and I can already feel some bloating

Hi, Thanks for the query. There should be at-least two months gap between the emergency pills. So as you maintained the sufficient gap the symptoms you had may not be due repeat use of the pill. Anyhow sometimes emergency pill can cause side effects like bloating sensation of the abdomen, nausea etc. So you better go for depo as you decided. Meanwhile you can take symptomatic treatment. For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429 Take care.

Tubal ligation done. Suffer from insomnia, headache, tingling in the hands and stress. Have depression. Advice?

hi, i am 6 weeks post partum! and stopped having locchia 2 weeks ago but havent had y firts period yet. My GP has prescribed me Loette whilst I decide whether or not i want the coil fitted. Can I start taking loette even though i havent started my period yet or do I have to wait? If I started to take it now how long would it take to be effective? Thanks

Hi, Thanks for the query. Loette is a combined oral contraceptive pill containing both estrogen and progesterone. The estrogen content of the tablets can interfere with breast feeding, so if you are breast feeding the baby better to prefer progesterone only pills instead of Loette. If you are not breast feeding, you can first take tablets for withdrawal bleeding. After onset of withdrawal bleeding you can take Loette from the first day of the bleed. If you use according to schedule it will give protection through out the month. For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429 Take care.

Had plan B one step. Nausea, diarrhea, constipation, stomach swelling, bloating, abdomial pain, hurting ovary. Okay?

Hello, I have been taking Mercilon for about a year and a half now and have never had problems, i have travelled with my husband and forgot to take my pill with me, the only pill i found here is Marvelon, can I used it for a month instead of my original birth control? And after i return to my country can I safely switch back to Mercilon? Will I be unprotected? Are there any side effects?

Hi, Thanks for the query. Both the tablets contain ethinylestradiol and desogesterl. The quantity of the drugs in also almost same. So you can use Marvelon instead of Mercilon. You have to use it regularly as per the schedule to get complete protection. The side effects like nausea, bloating sensation etc can be seen like any other contraceptive pills. But as you didn't have any problem with Mercilon you may not have problem with Marvelon also. For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429 Take care.

Prescribed Loette after childbirth. Can it be taken even though periods have not started?

Hi I have been taking yaz for 6 months. After the 6th month I stopped for one month and continued taking yaz on the 8th month. I have been spottin for almost a month now and have not yet gotten my period as normal, it should occur on the 2nd white pill of the Yaz conticeptive. I have taken a pregnancy test and it is negative. Any explanations for this?

Hi, Thanks for the query. After stoppage of the pill it will take sometime for regularization of the periods. As you again started pills after one month, it might have led to some hormonal imbalance leading to inter-menstrual spotting. If you had any unprotected intercourse during the pill free period there is possibility of pregnancy. So you once go for blood test for pregnancy. If the test comes negative, you continue with Yaz, the spotting can subside soon. For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429 Take care.

On birth control. Taking mercilon pills. Can take marvelon pills? Safe switching back to mercilon? Side effects?

Hi I had the implant in my arm for the full 3 year had it taken out then not replaced I did not bleed in this time and then approximately 2 years later I concieved then a month after he was born (in may) 2012 I had it replaced and have not bled until now why is this do I need to see my doctor? I have recently found out I have got vitamin b12 and folic acid deficiency could this also be doing this? Will the implant still work with these deficiency? Im concerned

Hi thanks for your question. Irregular bleeding or no bleeding at all is common after implant and is its side effect.There is nothing to worry for that. Vitamin B12 and folic acid deficiency have no effect on menstrual cycle . Yes implant will work with vitamin B12 and folic acid deficiency. Hope this answers your question

Had discontinued yaz, started again. No period, pregnancy test negative. What is it?

Heya I'm natasha, iv been on the depo conreception injection 2months now and two weeks ago I got a sharp pain under my belly button then started bleeding but it was more like spotting and it was browish pink blood then went red then stopped, then a week after that I got the same pains on the night and the day after sex I started spotting the same blood pattern again. Iv been on the depo and other contreception befroe and never experienced this, do you know what the problem is or some advice on what to do or what might be causing it?

Hi, Thanks for the query. Depo can cause side effects like pain abdomen, breakthrough bleeding etc. So possibly the bleeding could the side effect of the depo. If the same thing gets repeated, you once consult gynecologist get examined to rule out the possibilities like pelvic inflammatory disease. Then you can go for symptomatic treatment in future if needed. For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429 Take care.

Have implant in arm. No bleeding after childbirth. Why is this?

i had the mirena coil inserted in December to prevent flooding due to endometriosis. I had it inserted when I was in surgery to remove two huge cysts. I now have a hugely distended womb and a lot of fluid retention in my stomach and generally. Could it be related to the coil? I am not pregnant as I did check that first!

Hi there ~ I would suggest that you see a gynecologist immediately without any delay. You do need an ultrasound scan and a qualified gynecologist who can take care of your problem if it is at all related to your endometriosis and insertion of mirena coil. I hope this helps. Take care and have a lovely day !

Pain in the belly button, spotting. On depo shots. Could that be the reason?

I don't know if I may be pregnant, had unprotected sex my fiance 2 weeks back, but bought the emergency contreceptive pill, am however unsure if it worked or not. My vagina has been slightly itching for about 2 to 3 days, so I used the candizole vaginal tablet 500mg, am just a bit scared what are its effects on such a small foetus, should I be pregnant.

Hello, thanks for using health care magic. The fertile period of most women with a more or less 28days cycle ranges from day 12 to day 16 (The first day of menses is considered day 1) depending on the regularity of the cycle. It is during this period that any unprotected intercourse is likely to lead to fertilization of the egg and consequently pregnancy. Emergency contraception is particularly effective in preventing fertilization or development of the pregnancy thus its wide use. If taken within the first 12 hours following intercourse, the success rate is very high. However, it has an acceptable success rate for up to 72 hours after the intercourse. As to whether it did work or not, only a laboratory test will tell or if you have your menses, persistence absence of which will warrant investigation for pregnancy. Emergency contraception is made up of progesterone which is a hormone produced as well in pregnancy to maintain pregnancy when the pregnancy has already been implanted and there is no effect of the hormone on a developing pregnancy. The itching you talk of are likely to be yeast infection because they are predisposed by hormonal intake and you took emergency hormonal pill. Candizole is a good anti-yeast drug. Hope this helps you. best regards Dr Achuo

Suffer from endometriosis. Mirena coil inserted while removing ovarian cysts. Distended abdomen. Reason?

I started Loestrin Fe birth control 2 and a half weeks ago. I havent been taking them at the exact same time every night and I actually forgot to take it one night and the information said to take it the next time I remembered. So then I was back on track. I am sexually active. I had sex on this past Tuesday, about 4 days ago. He popped my cherry and I bled during and after. Since then, I have had blood spots and brown stains in my underwear, differencing in amounts. What does this mean?

Hi, Thanks for the query. The bleeding you had could be due to injury during coitus, as it will take around one week to heal. It can also be breakthrough bleeding due to missing the pill or alteration of the time etc. So better to avoid intercourse till the wound heals and after that use additional method of contraception till this pack completes. If you miss withdrawal bleeding go for pregnancy test once. For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429 Take care.

Had unprotected sex. Taken emergency contraceptive pill and Candizole. Effects on foetus?

Hi,i forgot to take one pill in the first week but took two the next day. after 4 hours of taking the 2 pills, i vomitted. then for the next 2 days i kept on vomitting whatever i ate n i had also stopped taking the pills. i also had my breakthrough bleeding for 3-4 days. could you please tell me what are my chances of being pregnant. i had last intercourse on the day i took my last pill.

Hi thanks for your question. The contraceptive pills do cause vomitting when taken as double dose and cause gastritis.That is why you vomitted persistently.Chances of pregnancy are less as break through bleeding occured after intercourse and after last pill.So there is nothing to worry. Hope this answers your question.

Having Loestrin Fe for birth control, but not regularly. Sexually active. Spotted blood spots and brown stains. What does this mean?

I have the implanon birth control in my arm. I've been trying to have it removed since march 11, 2013 because it expired that day.,. So i went to a doctor and she has been giving me the run around since then between attempting to find it in my arm they sent me to get a ultrasound done which was 2 weeks ago and i call today to see if they removed it and they told me they don't accept my medicade any more because it was changed and i won't be able to change it back until the beginning of next month now i'm sitting here with my arm burning and feeling kind of tingling feeling. What should i do?

Hello, Although implanon is not approved to be used for more than 3 years but the fact is that it doesn't stop working in three years. So if you are worried about it's contraceptive efficacy,you may use an extra backup contraceptive till you get it replaced. Sometimes imlanon  removal becomes difficult because it goes in deep or gets encased in fibrous tissue or may even migrate. Sometimes,too deep insertion may cause some nerve damage and may result in paraesthesia,but there is nothing to worry. This is just normal and would become allright,once it is removed in another few days. Sometimes a lady may feel the paraesthesias more because of subconscious presence of implanon beyond it's usual duration. There is no harm,if it stays there for few weeks more. Thanks

Vomiting after taking 2 pills together after missing, had bleeding. Any chances of pregnancy ?

Hi there, I recently went to see my local doctor, but its not the doctor I usually see, as he retired and she s taken over.. I m not good with new doctors. I have been on the implant for almost two years now and my periods are how to put this a pain! So she has now put me on the pill as well as my implant! I had concerns as I have heard it could counteract each other.. But she didn t really seem to be bothered.. Can you help me put my mind to rest please..

Contraceptive implant is licensed for 3 yrs - have you started getting continuous bleeding / painful periods? Implant does not interact with hormonal pill which is normally given to stabilise the lining of womb so irregular bleeding with implanon stops. If bleeding still continues - other causes need ruling out - infection OR uterine pathology (USS for fibroids)

Treatment for implanon birth control in my arm?

please can u please help me i have been on the implant a year and 4 months as its contreception i have been haven sex.it says that implant stops u overlaten but a week to two weeks ago been overlaten a lot with some cramps ...and today after not haven a period for a whole year..i was happy to see a clear light pink discharge i thought it was my period but read about implantation bleeding ..i have been realy realy moody and snappy reli bad head achs back ach and im reli woried about what this is as it feels reli like period pains :( can u please help

Hi, Thanks for the query. Implant can cause side effects like cramps, head ache, amenorrhea and irregular spotting etc. So more possibly the pink discharge you noticed could be side effect of the implant. And it will usually subside soon. You can go for pregnancy test once which will clarify the doubt regarding pregnancy. For more details you can ask me through: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sree-gouri-sr/63429 Take care.

On implants and pills. Do they interact?

Hi I ve been taking cerazette for about a month and a half now. Since I ve started taking it my bowls have been more regular, not alarmingly so just a noticeable change. However in the last 12 hours or so that s increased and I ve had numbness in my legs like I experience on my periods. I ve only actually had one day of menstration since being on cerazette but I m not pregnant and I kind of worried! Thanks for your time Cecily

Hi, Thanks for the query. Cerazette is progesterone only pill. Progesterone can alter the bowel movements and it can also cause side effects like nausea, bloating sensation etc. If the numbness in legs you are experiencing is not associated with pain, erythema etc., no need to worry much. If the symptoms persist or increase better to get examined once. Take care.

Pinkish spotting, cramps. On birth control. Chances of implantation bleeding?

Hi, I had unprotected sex a month ago and took the morning after pill the following day. A few days later I had a very heavy period that lasted a week. I am now due my 2nd period and have experienced spotting (brownish sometimes with a little red in it) but nothing like a normal period. Is this ok? Also, be advised that I gave birth 9 weeks ago.

Hi, Thanks for the query. Emergency pill can cause menstrual disturbances like altering the period of menstruation and also they can cause inter-menstrual spotting. For more details:http://srsree.blogspot.in/2012/08/emergency-contraceptive-pill-short-term.html Possibly this spotting will subside soon and you will resume your cycles. Usually bleeding will stop after around 4 weeks from delivery. Better to avoid emergency pills and choose some regular method of contraception like barrier method or progesterone pills to avoid future problems. Take care.

Taking Cerazette. Numbness in legs. Not pregnant. Worried

Hi sir/madam, We had intercourse on 11th feb, 2013. and she had taken unwanted - 72 within 4 hours of intercourse. later get withdrawal bleeding on 17th feb, 2013 for 4 days just like normal period. her periods are irregular in general. now when she can get next period. we dont want baby now. is there any chance of conceiving after taking pill within time and also got withdrawal bleeding???

HI, thanks for using healthcare magic The risk can vary according to where the woman is in her menstrual cycle at the time of intercourse. If she was close to the time when she would have ovulated or had already ovulated then it does not work as well. Ovulation generally occurs 10 to 17 days since the onset of the last period. It varies from woman to woman. In general , the effectiveness is high if taken within 12 hrs which was done. The effective is approximately 75% which means that it reduces the number of women who would have conceived by 75 %. If the periods are delayed you would have to do a pregnancy test to determine if comception took place. If this is not the case, then the two of you may want to consider using regular contraception such as oral contraceptive pill, injection, condoms, the patch. There are different formulations that you can consider. I hope this helps

Taken morning after pill after unprotected sex. Brown spotting mid cycle. Normal?

I m on sprintec for few months. I never missed a pill and I always take it on time?But the other day I missed then I took two pills yesterday with one hour in between. Today I took my dose about 2 hours and 10 minutes late. I had sex tonight. Is there any chance to be pregnant? WWW.WWWW.WW

Hello, Thanks for your query. sprintec is used to prevent ovulation. As you missed one dose and compensated it next day by taking 2 pills. Though you have taken your dose little late but still you have same chances of pregnancy when you use pills promptly/regularly. So don't worry and read carefully instructions provided with your medicine. If you miss one active pill, take two pills on the day that you remember. Then take one pill per day for the rest of the pack.If you miss two active pills in a row in Week 1 or 2, take two pills per day for two days in a row. Then take one pill per day for the rest of the pack. Use back-up birth control for at least 7 days following the missed pills. Hope it helps. Take care!

Taken Unwanted 72 after unprotected sex. Had withdrawal bleeding. When will next period happen?

Hi I started taking cerezette last week as i was on microgynon for 2 years but have constant headaches with it. I only took the cerezette pill for 5 days as my legs started to really hurt and ache and had constant headaches and nausea after the 3rd day on it. I couldn t take anymore I felt horrible. I have under active thyroid also. This is the 3rd day of not taking it and I have come on I ve made an apoinment to see the nurse but that s only in 2 weeks I m just a bit worried to why have come on when I m not supposed to?

Hi, Thanks for the query. Cerazette is progesterone only pill, it can cause some side effects like nausea, head ache, bloatedness etc. But these will usually subside soon. If you are having severe problem, you can stop the pill and use some additional method of contraception till you consult your doctor. And I think you mentioned about bleeding. it could be withdrawal effect of the pill. It will decrease soon, no need to worry. Take care.

Will a little delay in taking sprintec pill lead to pregnancy?

Hi, I am a 20 year old female, I dont know if it makes any difference but I have the birth control Mirena . I used to have a lot of spells when I was younger 12-15, (my cardiologist told me) my heart rate would go up to about 150 and then drop down very suddenly to almost a complete stop, and thats when I would lose balance and become completely useless and fall. (No diagnosis) It stopped (for the most part) until a few months ago, I havent been falling, but getting extremely dizzy, having hotflashes, all of a sudden becoming very nauseated. If I eat, I feel like im going to be sick and it all seems to be happening as one (within minutes of each other) Im sorry this is so long, but im confused and sick of being told that its in my head.

Hi, thanks for asking in Healthcare Magic. The symptoms you are experiencing are definitely not imaginative but due to Mirena. Mirena is an intrauterine contraceptive device (IUCD) containing long acting progesterone. It is highly effective but results in some unwanted side effects like nausea, vomiting. bloating, dizziness, headache and hot flushes (all of which you are experiencing). Mood swings is another common side effect reported with Mirena. The advantages of Mirena are; 1. It acts directly (local action) on uterine endometrium (lining of uterus) 2. It does not suppress ovaries and so does not affect progesterone levels. 3. The blood loss during menstruation is not heavy. The fainting attacks you had when you were young could be postural hypotension (sudden fall in BP) due to vasovagal attack. Your present symptoms are not related to that but are due to the progesterone present in Mirena. Hope this helps.

Facing side effects with cerezette, like headache, leg pain etc. Recommendations?

Hello, I have a question. I started taking ortho try cyclen lo birth control about four months ago I believe. I didn t have a period the whole month of january which is understandable because they said it would be normal to miss one the first 1-3 months. My period then came right on the first of february. It then ended but for some reason around the 27th or 28th of that month I was spotting and it lasted for a while. I was very confused. I took two pregnancy tests and they both said negative. I went to the clinic and they changed my birth control. I haven t had my period this month yet. Should I be worried or okay since both tests were a negative?

Hi, Thanks for the query. Menstrual irregularity is a common problem with contraceptive devices. These can be amenorrhea, inter-menstrual spotting, break through bleeding etc. So all the symptoms you are having could be side effects of the contraceptive method. As all both your tests came back as negative there is very less chance for pregnancy. You can go for blood test for pregnancy once which will clear-off the doubt. Take care.

Have Mirena coil. Dizziness, hot flashes, nausea. Why is this happening?

I had withdrawal bleeding (i missed quite a few birth control pills on accident)from 3-13 to 3-19 and now I am spotting light pink blood and brown stringy stuff on and off. My period is due wed/thurs could the spotting be from where my period is about to start? Also I have been having cramps in my stomach and lower back pain and my stomach feels a little hard

Hi welcome to Health care magic forum. Thanks for calling H.C.M. The reason could be Missing tablets , or infection . I advise you to consult a gynacologist for diagnosis and treatment. Brown discharge with stomach discomfert and back pain strongly suggest the infection so needs physical examination. Wishing for a quick recovery and no recovery. Best regards.

Missing periods after taking birth control pills. Pregnancy test negative. What should I do now?

Hi, I am 21 years old VIRGIN girl. I have three questions: I am getting married next month, My period is due 7-8 days before my marriage date. Can I start taking Saheli (OC Pill ) pill before my marriage; on 1st day of my period (I mean before having First time sex) ? Is is mandatory to take OC pill on 1st day of period ? OR Can I start taking in NON-PERIOD days (before start of period) ? Is this tablet protect from pregnancy from 1st day of taking pill ? If not then how many days after taking FIRST pill it takes to protect from pregnancy ?

Hi Welcome to HCM Saheli is a weekly oral contraception pill but has to be started twice weekly for 12 weeks and then onward it is once weekly. After the periods end, during the next 7 days, there is no ovulation and hence conception do not occur. The week after these days are the ideal days for conception and then again the week before the cycles not for conception. As you are having you wedding at the time of your periods have ended, so you can have a safe intercourse without taking any pill however on the 6th day you can start taking it. fix two days a week for atleast 12 days for pill taking days. Best of luck for your newlife. Thanks Regards

Had withdrawal bleeding after missing pills. Brown spotting, cramps, lower back pain

I started my birth control in december 2011, and was one it for 14 months. I was then off it for 1 month before I began it again on march 12 at 9 pm. Today one week after on march 19 i had sex but the condem got stuck inside me. I am currently ovulating... the guy never ejaculated but there could have been some pre- ejaculation . Could I get pregnant? I ve taken my pill now everyday at 9pm for a week, my birth control is mononessa 28..

Hi thanks for your question Since you are taking oral contraceptive pill (OCP) and one week has already passed, there is nothing to worry.ocp gives full protection. Chances of pregnancy are nil even if he would have not used any condom and would have ejaculated inside your vagina. Hope this answers you

Need dosage information on the use of oral contraceptive pills

I take birth control and i last took it saturday had unprotected sex on sunday then realized i missed it so i took plan b on tuesday along with the pills i missed should i be worried that i am pregnant. my period is suppose to be next week but i thought i was suppose to get it early if i took plan b. im scared that im pregnant but have no symptoms to show it.

Hello, Pregnancy is possible even by missing a single dose of birth control pill. Since you have taken PLAN B ,within 72 hours,the chances of pregnancy become very less. The efficacy of PLAN B is 89% and so you do have some chance of getting the pregnancy. Wait for your periods and if you miss them,then get the urine tested for pregnancy. You may then act accordingly according to the result. If pregnancy is absent,then repeat the test. If repeat test after a week is again negative,then ou may consult your doctor for the necessary action. If pregnancy is positive,then you may consult your doctor for the choice between medical or surgical abortion. Thanks

On birth control. Had sex during ovulation. Might have pre-cum inside. Chances of pregnancy?

Hi, my daughter had the implanon removed on March 4, 2013 and began Orthotriclo on March 7, 2013. She forgot to take the pill on March 12, then took it as soon as she remembered on March 13. She again forgot to take the pill on March 16 and had unprotected sex on March 17. Her cycles were every 28 days prior to the implanon insertion. What are the chances of her being pregnant?

Hello. Thanks for writing to us. Since your daughter forgot to take the pill on 16th March and had an unprotected sex on the next day, the chances of pregnancy are there. Although the chances in such cases are not more than 5% still she needs to check her urine for pregnancy if her periods are overdue. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal drtayal72@gmail.com

Had unprotected sex. Taken plan B. Worried about pregnancy

hi doctor my girlfriend took postinor 1500 because we had an accident with the condom!anyway i would like to ask 2 things!first how many times can she take it in order not to have any health problems or problems with the offspring she would like to give birth to??second how many days postinor can provide you from not getting pregnant is it only 3 or more?thank you very much and i am looking to your answer!

Hi, Thanks for the query. Ideally postinor can give protection for 24 hours. More than that the efficacy is doubtful. She should maintain at least two months gap between two pills. For more details:http://srsree.blogspot.in/2012/08/emergency-contraceptive-pill-short-term.html Take care.

Implanon removed, started Orthotriclo. Forgot pills, had unprotected sex. Chances of getting pregnant?

Hi I have my period ended on 11-3-2013 but have an unprotected sex on 12-03-2013. I took postinor tablet within 3 hours after the unprotected sex. After 4 days later (on 16/03), I was having bleeding and mild stomach cramp , is this normal? and I was having sex on 16-03-13 (this was the protected want), will I get pregnant?

Hello thanks for your query. It is normal to have altered bleeding and spotting with Postinor, as it is a hormone containing pill Also, having sex just the day after your period has an almost zero possibility of resulting in pregnancy. With protected sex, again chance of pregnancy is low. However, every contraceptive has an intrinsic failure rate. Please wait until 15th of April, and if you do not have a normal period by then, take a home urine pregnancy test. Also ensure that all sexual activity till then is protected sex. take care.

Took Postinor 1500 after having unprotected sex. Protected for how many days?

I started taking Metformin 1000 mg last Sunday evening. I had no noticeable side effects. I replaced my nuva ring on Thursday and took the metformin as I had been after my evening meal. I started feeling very nauseated the next morning after breakfast and haven t been able to shake it since. I have had a slight temp at 99.5. Could this be an interaction between the two medications? If so, what should I do?

Hello thank you for your query. Normally, Metformin does have a side effect of nausea. However, there is no specific interaction with Nuvaring. Nuvaring itself is a hormonal substance, and can cause nausea. it could be the additive effect of both medications and not an interaction. You would do best to consult your health care provider, since nausea alongwith a mild temperature could herald the beginning of an infection. Take care.

Stomach cramp and bleeding after taking postinor tablet. Is this normal?

I had a nova t 380 fitted a few days ago and the pain is still rather intense, I m only bleeding slightly so not concerned about that but the pain is a worry, it s like an extreme period cramp but it is constant and covers a much larger area than is normal for me. Should I get this checked? Also, I have been having pains in my chest since yesterday afternoon?!

Hello. Thanks for writing again. The lower abdominal pain and mild irregular spotting is a common side effect of the uterine implant. This spotting and cramps usually subside in 2-3 weeks without any specific treatment. In case the bleeding is heavy then you need to consult your gynecologist. Hope my answer is helpful. Do accept my answer in case there are no further queries. Regards

Nausea with mild temperature after taking metformin. Side effect or drug interaction with nuva ring?

Hi, I m 17 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 . I am also aware that as the pill gives the body the perception of being pregnant a pregnancy test would come up positive.

Hello. Thanks for writing again. If you have taken the birth control pill regularly without missing even for a single day then you are protected against pregnancy even during the pill free period of seven days. Please do not worry. Withdrawal bleeding can be lighter then your normal period. Hope my answer is helpful. Do accept my answer in case there are no further queries. Regards

Had nova fitted, painful, bleeding, chest pain. Should I get this checked?

hello my name is Nicole. I have been on the implanon since 11/11. I am 25 years old. I have not had a period since the 1st month I had the implanon inserted. However I am going on 3 weeks of a period some blood is bright red, some is darkish maroon. I have been dizzy, had hot and cold flashes, and been bruising very easily..

Hello Nicole, Implanon is a synthetic progesterone preparation. It prevents conception by inhibiting ovulation, by making cervical mucus thick & impossible for sperm penetration. Improper menstural bleeding pattern is quite common. Spotting or scanty bleeding instead of regular bleeding occurs in the initial few months due to hormonal imbalance. Complete absence of period is also very common & so don't be worried. Fertility (ovulatory cycles) may return back 6 to 30 months after the discontinuation. But may take a long time for some women. Dizziness & hot flushes are the side effects of Implanon.

Had unprotected sex. Taking Rigevidon. Chances of pregnancy?

hi.I m really need help.Im 30 y.o.I never used any hormonal contraceptives .I have child.And now im using NuvaRing for a nearly 3 weeks.My mood r change but most important s my weight gain ,I dont want put on weight.so how long I have to wait until its gets bk to normal.Or do I have to change this Nuvaring for a different contraceptive?Its important for me.Thank you so much..

Hi, Hormonal contraceptive are known to cause Mood changes, Weight changes , unpredictable breakthrough bleeding etc.Alternative methods for contraceptions are1) male condoms safest and (99%effective and protects for sexual diseases)2) vaginal diaphragm are also safe but non conventional for most users.3) intrauterine device ( 80-90 % effective but increase chances for extra uterine pregnancy in some cases)4) permanent solution is fallopian tube ligation (Reversing tubal ligation success rate is very low so only used if no more pregnancy needs)5) If single partner/husband only - vasactomy is viable alternative for permanent control done on male.you can choose any of the above method to get rid for nasty hormonal therapy side effects.Hope you find it helpful .

Had implanon inserted, not had periods since then. Feeling Dizziness, hot flashes and Bruising. Suggestion?

Hello doctor, We had unprotected sex last week as an accident and we went to a gynecologist the next day in a anxiety to prevent pregnancy and My wife was told to take regestrone 5mg 2tablets twice a day for two days (8 tablets) and doctor said she will get periods in 4 days after taking the pills. But now it is 6th day still she is not getting periods. we are little worried about it. My wife had her periods on 15th february last month and we had sex on 03rd march this month and she has taken the pills on 4th & 5th march this month. Please anybody advise us. kathir, tamilnadu

Hi thanks for your question. Emergency contraception provided to wife by her Doctor is right and hopefully your wife will start to bleed soon.However this bleeding will be due to effect of drugs and not normal cyclic bleeding.if your wife'as next due cycle is delayed,get her pregnancy test done 10 days after missed period to rule out or confirm pregnancy. Hope this answeras your question.

Taking Nuvaring, have mood swings and weight gain. Should I have to change to different contraceptive?

I have had the copper coil for 5mths now. Initial insertion and settling in overall were fine. Gradually over the last few months, besides the extremely heavy periods and cramping lasting7-10 days I have been going to the toilet more frequently (I think because psychologically I know it s there and think I want it to come out) and so my bladder is weakening and I now need the toilet more often. now for the last week or so lower back pains & constant cramping with some pain down my legs. Pain relief is not touching it. I m booked to have my coil removed next week but the back pain and cramping are so bad I wonder if I should get an emergency appointment to get it checked & removed?

Hi, Thanks for the query. During the usage of intra uterine contraceptive device some amount of pain and inter-menstrual bleeding etc. are common. But as they are bothering you very much you can go for removal and shift to some other form of contraception. If you can able to manage with symptomatic treatment like using antispasmodics etc., you can wait for one week. If the pain is severe you can go for emergency appointment. Meanwhile check for the threads as usual. Take care.

Had unprotected sex. Took Regestrone pills. Still no periods. What to do?

Hi, I had implanon removed on 4 march. It was my second implant but the second one in for only 8 months. I had regular periods the whole time on implanon. I had a period on 20 feb. when I had implanon removed on 4 march, the next day i had a very very slight brownish spotting for 2 days. This also happened the last 2 months on implanon. This was always 14 days from my period. Is it possible that the spotting was an ovulation spotting?. My temperature at this time on 6 march was 36.62. This was first day of taking temp so i dont know if it was higher the day before. it dropped to 36.41 on 8 march. My husband and I had sex daily from 26 February and right up to this light spot. We then continued sex daily until another slight spotting on 8 march. Is it possible that I ovulated on 5 march the day after removal? Conceived? Could that immediate brown slight spotting be ovulation implantation? Could second browninsh spotting be implantation bleed? Thanks

Hi, Return of ovulation usually occurs within six weeks in the majority after removal of the implant. The spotting you have been observing is most likely due to breakthrough. If conception occurs, implantation bleeding is observed around one week -10 days after conception as the embryo implants itself into the uterine wall. It is a fresh bleeding, not brownish but red or pink in color. It is difficult to say without a proper temperature record to say if ovulation has occurred. Recording of basal body temperature should be done systematically. You can test for pregnancy if you miss your period. Wish you good health.

Heavy periods, cramping after fitting copper coil. Weak bladder, lower back pain, leg cramps

i have consistently taken my estelle pill for at least the last six months.. on tuesday night i think i accidently took the pill twice ( i think i was getting ready for bed, took one pill, then got distracted and then finished getting ready for bed and accidently took a second pill), so i did not take any pill on wednesday night, thursday night i forgot to take my pill, so i took it friday morning, i took my friday night pill, and then had un protected sex on saturday morning, i took my saturday night pill.. could i be pregnant ???? thanks

Hi, Since you have managed to adjust the dosages, there should be no reason to worry. Yet, it would be better to use an extra means of contraception in this cycle as protection cannot be predicted due to the disturbance in the intake that happened. Wait for your period and test for pregnancy at least 3 days later if you miss it. If you wish for an earlier confirmation, you may take the blood test around the last week before your expected date. Please contact your doctor for further advice. Take care.

Brown spotting after implanon removal. Was it ovulation spotting?

Hi, I had a copper coil fitted 2 days a go. I have never been pregnant. At first it was a little sore but not too bad a little pain down my left leg. Yesterday I could walk around and bend no problem. Toda, day 3, I was fine and cleaning the house when suddenly I had sharp pains in my lower left side and really bad pain down my left leg. Is this normal pains for the first few days of copper coil when you ve never had children etc. It was pretty sore getting it put in so maybe it s normal? I ve taken paracetamol and ponstan now so it s getting a bit better, I was literally crying with pain. I ve looked for the threads but I m not sure whether I felt them. Should they be really obvious??

Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The mild intermittent episodic spasmodic pain in the lower abdomen is a normal finding after fitting of the copper coil. This pain will gradually subside in two three weeks. You can have rest and do a hot fomentation for symptomatic relief. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Rakhi-Tayal Regards, Dr. RakhiTayal drrakhitayal@gmail.com

Taken irregular doses of Estelle. Had unprotected sex. Could I be pregnant?

hi i stopped taking cerazette 3 months ago i had a normal period 5 days then 2 weeks later i had another period for 7 days after that i didnt have a period for 5 weeks and i was hoping i was pregnant i took 3 tests over a week all neg then on the 26th of feb i came on my period and still bleeding 12 days later and no sign of it stopping any time soon can you help me am trying to have a baby but with being all over the place like this is stopping use from trying properly

Hello, It usually takes a a couple of months for normal cycles to resume after stopping the pill as there is sudden withdrawal of hormone. Meanwhile, you may experience the type of breakthrough as you have now. If you suspect pregnancy, you can get a blood test and go for a trans-vaginal sonogram. I would suggest you to see a gynecologist for a complete evaluation of your hormonal status, local examination, regularization of cycles and treatment for conception. You need to get into regular ovulatory cycles for natural conception. Try to maintain a healthy weight, eat healthy and avoid stress. Good luck.

Pain in left side, leg pain after fitting copper coil. Normal?

Hi I was told I had proctits/ colitis 12 years ago as I had blood from anus , was in early stage of pregnancy. Then never had it again for 9 years til pregnant again. Now 3 years on I have got it again but this time not pregnant but had coil fitted 1 year ago and periods are almost gone- think there may be a connection ? Should I have coil removed ? Never had any pain. Thanks kath

hello, welcome to HCM, as per the details u have submitted, bleeding form the anus has no relation with birth control coil..as u have already got the problem proctitis and colitis ..may be it has flared up, that why u have above mentioned symptoms.. as it seems , you are not definetly confirmed by a gastro enterologist , that you have either proctitis or colitis, i advise you to first consult a GASTROENTEROLOGIST and get done COLONOSCOPY .. the possibilities are 1. INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE? 2. ANAL FISSURE 3.NON SPECIFIC PROCTITIS..

Discontinued Cerazette. Now prolonged bleeding. Can you help?

Hi..I am on Birth control pill Dronis 20 for the past 9 months.. I took my last pill of current pack on last sunday i.e 25th decemeber 2011 and I will be starting my next pack on 30th december 2011 (coming friday). In the mean while I got very bad cold and I tool azithromycin on sunday (On 25th itself). Before that we did not have sex for the past 3-4 days as I was having lil cold ! and I might get my periods also in 1-2 days. But I heard that Azithromycin stays in the body for several days and kill the effectiveness of BC pill. So after how many days I can have unprotected sex. as I am already on gap period (4 days gap to start another gap), and going to get periods is it ok ?

Dronis is a combined oral contraceptive pill containing the estrogen ethinyl estradiol and the new progestin Drospirenone which has an additional antiandrogenic action (devoid of androgenic side effects like weight gain & acne). Azithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic, very effective & does not cause drug interactions like other macrolide antibiotics eg., erythromycin, clarithromycin etc., Some antibiotics like amoxycillin & tetracycline inhibit deconjugation of oral contraceptives & can lead to contraception failure. But azithromycin is safe. Still, to be on the safer side, additional contraceptive precaution should be taken while on it and also for 7 days after stopping as it has extensive tissue distribution & also because it is an erythromycin analog.

Have birth control coil. Have blood in anus. No pain. Should coil be removed? History of colitis

Can I take the morning after pill? I had methotrexate on 9th January... As second line treatment for ectopic pregnancy . I eventually had my right falopian tube removed two weeks ago (18th feb) in the second laparoscopy as I got a hematosalpinx ... HCG was below 2 at the time of this surgery... Had bleeding (possible AF) from 26th to 28th Feb. Well, we have had an incident with a condom and I really am concerned that this could result in another pregnancy. I am at risk of ectopic, plus the risk of effects of methotrexate... I have been so poorly all year, I m don t feel at all able to face those risks at the moment. Can I take the levonelle 1500 emergency contraceptive pill with the recent treatment for ectopic?

Hello, thanks for using health care magic. Your situation is a little delicate to give a yes or no answer following available literature on the risks of ectopic pregnancy. A past history of ectopic pregnancy greatly increases your chances of having another ectopic pregnancy. Present literature on risk factors suggest that progesterone only pills could be less effective in preventing pregnancy and the risk of ectopic pregnancy is increase following failure of a progesterone only pill or after morning pill. However, the emergency contraception is very effective in preventing pregnancy if taken within the normal time period of less than 72 hours after intercourse especially if taken within the first 12 hours. So, given your medical and social situation at the moment, i think the scare is more in favour of a prevention by taking the emergency pill and carefully watching out with close follow up by a gyns/obst. Missing your period should immediately prompt consultation for a Pregnancy test and an ultrasound. You might consider discussing this with your gyns/obts. Best regards and hope this helps you. Dr. Achuo

Can Azithromycin affect bcp pills action ?

I have been on the depo shot ( birth control ) for about a year and a half, and Im thinking about getting off it. I dont have a periods, & my boyfriend and I are talking about in the future, what if we want to have kids, and the depo shot has stopped everything for me to have kids. I ve been doing some research on the depo shot and it doesnt look good. Do you have any advice on what to do? or do you know more about the depo shot. Should i stop getting the shots.? Please help

Hello Samantha, thanks for using health care magic. Use of depo does not stop future fertility unless it is never discontinued. Fertility returns after the depo shots are stopped, however, the time period it takes to return varies from individual to individual. Most women regain fertility and fall pregnant as early as 5 months after their last depo shot but it could vary in others lasting even more than a year and a half. It is unfortunate that it can not be predictable for how long it will take an individual to regain fertily after stopping the shots, but what is certain is that fertlity returns. Hope i have answered your query Best regards. Dr Achuo

Can I take contraceptive pill after recent treatment for ectopic pregnancy?