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Is Pregnancy Possible Despite Taking I-pill?

Posted on Mon, 13 Jun 2016

Question: On 4th april I had unprotected sex and within 5 hr. She took I pill . that was her 12 th day after last periods . she noticed bleeding of three days on 16 th April . but now she is suffering from continuous abdominal pain and swelling and no periods till date. We are not able to find the reason for her pain. Is there any chances of her being pregnant? Please help

Answered by Dr. Dr. Soumen Patra (28 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Low chance of pregnancy. Do pregnancy test.

Detailed Answer:
Hello Dear,

Thanks for writing to us. Followings are my comments:

1) I-pill gives more than 95% protection against unwanted pregnancy if taken within 24 hrs. In this case, her chance of pregnancy is quite LOW, but, she needs to confirm it.

2) Bleeding on 16th April (D24 as per last period date) may be due to effect of I-pill. However, I suggest her to undergo one home pregnancy to clear doubt. Review with test result for next management.

Hope, I have answered your query. Practice safe sex in future. Good luck.

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Regards,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Naveen Kumar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Soumen Patra (1 hour later)

But sir what can be the remedy for her sevier continuous abdominal pain and swelling over the abdomin area

Answered by Dr. Dr. Soumen Patra (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Pregnancy should be ruled out. Take suggestive pain killer.

Detailed Answer:
Hello Dear,

Thanks for follow up query.

1) At first, she needs to undergo one home pregnancy test to rule out pregnancy. Depending on test result, one pelvic or Trans Vaginal ultrasound is required to know the nature of pregnancy (On POSITIVE test) and underlying pelvic pathology.

2) Until then, I can suggest her to take DROTIN-DS (Drotaverine) twice in a day to reduce abdominal pain. Tab Ranitidine (150 mg) should be added.

Take easily digestible food and drink more water. You need to consult with local doctor or gynecologist if abdominal pain and swelling continue in spite of taking those medicine. Review with test reports for next management.

Hope, it helps for your information.
Good luck and take care.

Regards,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Soumen Patra (34 hours later)

Sir, we have done the test and its having a negative result. Bt still she is having a severe pain in abdomen and swelling over the area. 8 years back she was treated for Ewing's sarcoma. But now she is not asked to take any medicine and she is perfectly fine. Will the medicine you prescribed as painkiller will effect her health because of her past medical records.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Soumen Patra (11 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Do one ultrasound scan. Take those medicines

Detailed Answer:
Hello Dear,

Welcome back again.

I suggest her to undergo one pelvic ultrasound scan to check for pelvic pathology if any like ovarian cyst or endometriosis etc. Review with test report.

Until then, she can take above said medication for abdominal pain. There will be NO health effect or health problem, regarding past medical record.

Hope, it helps for you information. Wish her good health and quick recovery.

Regards,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Sonia Raina