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Had Unprotected Sex And Took Postinor After Intercourse. Experiencing Spot Bleeding. Should I Be Concerned?

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Posted on Wed, 23 Oct 2013
Question: hello, i had unprotected sex but my bf ejaculated outside of me, however, i took postinor 12 hours after intercouse, today 10 days later i am experiencing spot bleeding; what does this mean?>
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Answered by Dr. Rhea Chanda (27 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
withdrawal bleeding

Detailed Answer:
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After taking postinor what you are experiencing now is called withdrawal bleeding . It normally happens after taking hormonal medication like postinor. You may have a bleed like a period for further few days . Also your normal menstrual cycles may become irregular. It's a common side effect of postinor . Just remember that your dates may change in the next few cycles .

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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Follow up: Dr. Rhea Chanda (55 minutes later)
Does this mean that i am safe and not pregnant?
ALso, the bleeding is not like period it is abit less but been going on the whole day?
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Answered by Dr. Rhea Chanda (33 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
safe if the bleeding is like a period

Detailed Answer:
The bleeding can be less than a period but it should continue for a couple of days at least. It may be slightly less than a normal period but shouldnt be just spotting. You may have to use a pad for a day or two. In that case, you are safe.
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Had Unprotected Sex And Took Postinor After Intercourse. Experiencing Spot Bleeding. Should I Be Concerned?

Brief Answer:
withdrawal bleeding

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Thanks for posting your query on XXXXXXX

After taking postinor what you are experiencing now is called withdrawal bleeding . It normally happens after taking hormonal medication like postinor. You may have a bleed like a period for further few days . Also your normal menstrual cycles may become irregular. It's a common side effect of postinor . Just remember that your dates may change in the next few cycles .

Regards