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Dr. Andrew Rynne
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Dr. Andrew Rynne

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What Causes Delayed Periods Despite Taking A Contraceptive Pill?

Hii. Doctor,,, I had unprotected sex with my bf on 12th Jan and later took a pill within an hour,,,after 5 to 6 days I had my periods,,even after ending to it on d 1st week of Jan.. ..so its 23rd of feb now and I dint get my periods yet.... is there any chance of pregnancy
Mon, 3 Sep 2018
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Hi,

Emergency pills are highly effective when taken within 72 hours so you don't have to worry about pregnancy. The delay you are experiencing comes from using the emergency pill. Your period will come soon.

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What Causes Delayed Periods Despite Taking A Contraceptive Pill?

Hi, Emergency pills are highly effective when taken within 72 hours so you don t have to worry about pregnancy. The delay you are experiencing comes from using the emergency pill. Your period will come soon. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.