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Is It Necessary To Bleed After Taking I-pill?
Hii...last tym when I had unprotected sex 2 days after taking an I-pill she had bleeding...bt this tym she did take an I-pill 2 hr after unprotected sex bt itd 3rd day still bleeding didnt happen. She is only getting that feeling like its going to happen.So is it necessary that bleeding should happen....does it works like that?
Fri, 14 Apr 2023
Hi,
It is not necessary to experience bleeding after taking the emergency contraceptive pill (also known as the "morning-after pill" or I-pill). Bleeding after taking the pill is a common side effect, but not everyone will experience it.
The emergency contraceptive pill works by preventing or delaying ovulation, which is the release of an egg from the ovary. It may also thin the lining of the uterus, making it less hospitable to a fertilized egg. Bleeding after taking the pill can occur due to hormonal changes that result from the pill, but it does not necessarily indicate that the pill has been effective in preventing pregnancy.
It is important to note that emergency contraception should not be relied on as a primary form of birth control. It is intended for use in emergencies, such as when regular birth control methods fail or unprotected sex occurs.
If your partner has taken an emergency contraceptive pill and is experiencing ongoing bleeding or other concerning symptoms, it is important to seek medical attention. Your healthcare provider can evaluate your partner's situation and provide appropriate guidance and care. Additionally, it may be a good idea to discuss regular birth control options with your healthcare provider to prevent the need for emergency contraception in the future.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
It is not necessary to experience bleeding after taking the emergency contraceptive pill (also known as the "morning-after pill" or I-pill). Bleeding after taking the pill is a common side effect, but not everyone will experience it.
The emergency contraceptive pill works by preventing or delaying ovulation, which is the release of an egg from the ovary. It may also thin the lining of the uterus, making it less hospitable to a fertilized egg. Bleeding after taking the pill can occur due to hormonal changes that result from the pill, but it does not necessarily indicate that the pill has been effective in preventing pregnancy.
It is important to note that emergency contraception should not be relied on as a primary form of birth control. It is intended for use in emergencies, such as when regular birth control methods fail or unprotected sex occurs.
If your partner has taken an emergency contraceptive pill and is experiencing ongoing bleeding or other concerning symptoms, it is important to seek medical attention. Your healthcare provider can evaluate your partner's situation and provide appropriate guidance and care. Additionally, it may be a good idea to discuss regular birth control options with your healthcare provider to prevent the need for emergency contraception in the future.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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